National Disability Rights Network

⚠️Content warning: this post contains examples of ableist language.

People with mental illness are not broken and do not need to be fixed. What they DO need is care, support, and community.

Ableism, stigma, and shame makes it harder for people with mental illness to receive care. Breaking these barriers begins with listening to people with mental illness, building community, and advocating for change together.

We’re always looking for more resources to share. Which Mental Health Support resources do you recommend?

Every story shared highlighting people's lived experiences with mental illness helps break the stigma.

People with disabilities are often framed as burdens by many outside voices. At times, those voices can feel all too loud.

We're here to remind everyone who might be feeling that weight: You are not alone. You are not a burden.

The world is better with you in it.

NAMI