https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7 Do you think that mental health awareness changed because of the Covid-19 pandemic and its consequences? If so, what would you say is the current world view on mental health? en-us 2023-10-02 00:26:21 UTC 2023-10-02 05:46:56 UTC hello@padlet.com a01643540 https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727830250 The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in the world's perspective on mental health. It has heightened awareness regarding the vital importance of mental well-being, highlighting that mental health is as crucial as physical health. The pandemic has also contributed to a reduction in the stigma surrounding mental health issues, with more people openly discussing their struggles and public figures sharing their experiences. Access to mental health services has gained prominence, as individuals seek help in greater numbers, emphasizing the need for accessible and affordable care. Remote mental health support and telehealth have become more widely accepted, making services available even during physical distancing measures. Employers are recognizing the importance of supporting the mental health of their employees, especially in the context of remote work and work-life balance challenges. There's a growing focus on building resilience and coping skills, along with an increased emphasis on mental health education and self-care. Furthermore, the pandemic has fostered global solidarity in addressing mental health challenges, highlighting the shared human experience of emotional and psychological struggles. In summary, the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated a shift in how mental health is perceived and prioritized globally, marking a positive change in our collective approach to mental well-being.]]> 2023-10-02 01:11:55 UTC https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727830250 https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727841183 I believe that the COVID-19 pandemic changed the awareness surrounding mental health. Although mental health is still a taboo subject in many cultures, I believe people have become more open to talk about the importance of mental health. We can see the increase of “mental health days” in the workplace in the last three years. Deloitte, Bank of America, and Walmart are just three examples of companies that have embraced the importance of workers’ mental health. Another reason I think the perception around mental health has changed and is constantly changing is because of the surge of online therapy options like BetterHelp and TalkSpace. Additionally, there has been a surge of celebrities openly partnering with companies to talk about mental health struggles they deal with. ]]> 2023-10-02 01:26:58 UTC https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727841183 https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727871887 I think that after the pandemic we were able to have a better picture of mental health because we were able to observe in a better way how it affected people not to relate to more people, to be a long time without going out, to be isolated, how our whole routine was affected, even our sleep schedule, and I feel that because of the pandemic most of the people went into some kind of state like depression or anxiety, and since there were many people we were able to see it better, and see it from more points, just as it was hard for us to get used to going out again, and to start relating with more people, since it was something we stopped doing for a long time.]]> 2023-10-02 02:11:35 UTC https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727871887 ryanabatemarco https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727896228 Mental health awareness changed drastically throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and was what appeared to be the beginning of an accumulating focus on mental health. Throughout the pandemic, especially during the early phases where widespread panic was among us all, everyone was affected by the rhetoric. While some may be to blame for these increased feelings of anxiety, looking back on things we all hope it was for the better of mankind. The worldwide commotion was a huge contributor to an increase in anxiety. This forced individuals to take a deeper look inward and ask themselves what was really going on. What most found was that they were stuck: mandated isolations and a decrease in accessible help proved to be a recipe for disaster. However, things must get worse before they can get better. Fortunately, after these intense reflections, individuals began to express their feelings about the harsh reality. As more people came out, an increased level of comfortability was introduced to such a taboo topic. Madhappy's mental health panel was a really big proponent of increasing the dialogue. They hosted celebrities who discussed their battles with mental health, and your average folk saw the good that came from sharing. Fast forward to today, the battle on mental health will never end, it's in our nature as human beings. However, given the cruelties of the pandemic, something started that cannot and will be stopped: dialogue surrounding mental health. The acceptance and commendable surrounding those brave enough to share their story is at an all-time high and will continue to grow higher.]]> 2023-10-02 02:44:17 UTC https://padlet.com/a01643540/xzi9pgipa5tbksb7/wish/2727896228