As we reflect upon the conclusion of mental health awareness month at Elite DNA, we want to talk about something that doesn’t get talked about enough — the stigma around seeking mental health support — more specifically, that seeking support is far too often seen as a weakness. It’s unfortunate this stigma surrounding mental health still exists. It’s certainly lessened as society becomes more…
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