Q&A

There are several structural changes needed to humanize mental health care, one of which is to review and transform protocols that prioritize control over the therapeutic relationship.

Shared decision-making in mental health fosters horizontal relationships between professionals and service users.

First-person experience in mental health refers to the knowledge gained through direct experience of mental health problems and the treatments received.

All people have the right to receive equal and non-discriminatory treatment, including those with a mental health problem. Some recommendations for exercising your right to equality and non-discrimination are:

These are subtle, automated, almost imperceptible behaviors that are stigmatizing and that we likely carry out without intending to exclude or mistreat anyone.

The influence and capacity of the media to shape societal mindsets are factors that compel the journalistic sector to be especially responsible when discussing mental health.