“‘Positive vibes only’ isn’t a thing. Humans have a wide range of emotions, and that’s OK.”
— Molly Bahr, LMHC
What comes to mind first when you think of mental health? Do you think of internet advertisements riddled with toxic positivity and simple solutions? Do you think of the caricatured mental disorders portrayed on television? Or do you think of the different mental diagnoses interlaced with social media posts?
Well, lucky for you, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. During this month, you are encouraged to surrender yourself to the learning opportunities presented to you regarding understanding the concepts of mental health, mental wellness, and mental illness.
As we spend the month spreading awareness, it is important to recognize how diverse the world of mental health is. Mental health looks differently for every person, so you are encouraged to look outside of your experience and try to understand how it affects different people around the world.
Here is a list of books that will give you a well-rounded perspective on the world of mental health:
