More than once, I was asked about the word homelessness in the name of my Nonprofit. Although my target client is mentally ill, I intentionally disregarded that label in the name because of the associated stigma. The face of mental illness has changed, and expectations of what it LOOKS LIKE needs a major upgrade.
Recognize any of the “NEW FACES” of mental illness below? Any surprises?
Under the mental illness umbrella is Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorders, Dementia, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Schizophrenia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Autism and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD).
Support my vision at:
https://www.gofundme.com/mental-illness-housing-nonprofit?member=1828554&fbclid=IwAR2nviPTJWMtvlYhuOTDA2H7uBXPcq-9jDmg8M6c7FmbV5_UfNn1-FalmX4
Traci Ashbe Dark Epic Fantasy Author 