Can We Overcome the Stigma Around Mental Health?
In Can We Overcome the Stigma Around Mental Health?, host Radzi Chinyanganya highlights initiatives aimed at addressing mental health in schools in Nigeria and New Zealand. These countries have made strides in encouraging open conversations about mental health, a topic that has historically been stigmatized in both regions. In Nigeria, mental health issues were often overlooked or suppressed, and in New Zealand, a high youth suicide rate prompted the need for action. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My World, a program created for teenagers eager to learn more about the important stories shaping our world.
Advisory: Deals with youth suicide and suicidal ideation.Lesson Express
Q: Why do you think people struggling with mental health issues may avoid seeking help?
A: Student responses will vary. Students should explore the various reasons why individuals might hesitate to seek help, such as fear of judgment, stigma, or not understanding the importance of mental health care.
Q: How have initiatives in Nigeria and New Zealand worked to reduce stigma around mental health?
A: Student responses will vary. Students may discuss the different strategies implemented, such as education programs, open discussions in schools, and celebrity advocacy, and how these efforts are aimed at reducing stigma and encouraging people to seek help when needed.
Q: What can be done in other countries or communities to further the conversation about mental health?
A: Student responses will vary. Students should think critically about potential solutions, such as increased mental health education, accessible counseling resources, or public campaigns to normalize conversations about mental health struggles.
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