Myths and Facts about Mental Illness

During this discussion, you’ll learn facts about mental illness, as well as some of the myths about mental illness that persist in our culture. Topics explored in this discussion include definitions of mental illness; the importance of obtaining a diagnosis; representations of mental illness in popular culture (and how they can help or harm); and perceptions of mental health care in the US. Join DiversAbility at Yale for a discussion with David Sasso and Tracy MacMath. This event is open to the Yale community and will be recorded.