People with mental illness aren’t just sitting in a corner crying, nor are their problems magically cured in 30 minutes, nor are they solving mysteries and saving the world.

The author is Co-Founder and CEO, Combonation. Mental illness continues to be surrounded by stigma in society, imposing a taboo on an individual’s personality. However, it is imperative that we ...

I’m not that brave.” She’s not even sure there’s a connection between comedy and mental illness. “I heard a joke by a kid comic the other day,” she says.

As someone who’s had their fair share of mental health struggles and addiction battles, I can tell you one thing for sure: being able to laugh about it makes a huge difference. Recovery taught ...

These funny therapy memes are dedicated to mental health seekers who know there’s nothing wrong with laughing about your anxiety, existential dread, or the questionable coping mechanisms you ...

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News Education Mental illness analyzed, glamorized in ‘Funny Story’ By Contributed Content and Olivia Valdes UPDATED: April 5, 2019 at 4:20 AM EDT ...

Some even made jokes. This was deeply disturbing to me. Experiencing a mental health breakdown or living with a mental illness is no joking matter. All I could feel was empathy.

Clinical psychology researchers have increasingly explored this "double-edged sword" notion of mental illness, mining the dark recesses of patient's brains not just in pursuit of psychological ...

Actor battles mental illness with humor and heart in one-man play ‘Clowns Like Me’ Jay Handelman Sarasota Herald-Tribune ...

It’s not funny to joke about anyone’s possible or not possible mental illness, this is a sensitive time for many. Let’s be kind & loving. ️ — xoxo, Joanne (@ladygaga) November 23, 2016 ...

So, there is absolutely nothing funny about the challenges faced by people with mental illness. Let us remember that mental health challenges are real and can have a profound impact on individuals ...