Mental health has been something that is talked about in a very secretive manner. In recent years, social justice activists have brought the issue of mental health to the forefront of the public consciousness. As they work to create more willing open discussions and campaigns, they are also finding that mental health is becoming a social justice issue in their own right.
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What Is A Positive Mental Health?
Mental health is becoming a social justice issue because of a number of factors: an increased focus on the mental health of children, increased number of people with mental illness, and public policy changes that reinforce positive mental health as a social goal but not necessarily as the primary goal.
How mental health is becoming a social justice issue
The stigma surrounding mental health is slowly becoming a thing of the past. In the beginning of this century, there were approximately 18 million Americans who suffered from mental illness. That number is now up to 25 million. We are also at risk of living in a society that only values physical health and fitness, while people with mental illness are often left on the side of the road.
How to stay positive during difficult times
A lot of people find themselves in tough situations that are beyond their control. Social media is not always a pleasant place and can often make it difficult to stay positive. Social injustice is an issue that impacts all people, regardless of sex, race, religion and socioeconomic status. It’s important to actively be engaged in your community and fight for social justice for the mental health of yourself and others.
Conclusion
Mental health is becoming a social justice issue because it is a fundamental right that should be available to everyone. It cannot be denied that mental health has been historically devalued. There are still communities and institutions who continue this practice of dismissing the lives of people with diverse identities, treating them as less valuable than their counterparts.
