Break the Stigma: Normalizing Preventative Mental Healthcare

Written by Simon Spichak

Narrated by David deVries

Many people believe that mental illness can’t happen to them — it’s not uncommon to minimize mental health difficulties as they emerge. As a result, we may bottle up our feelings instead of seeking health. And given the stigma that surrounds mental health, it’s not surprising that many of us feel this way. But mental health crises can happen to anyone, and it’s important to learn how to cope with our struggles to help ourselves and end the stigmas that prevent the proper acquisition of care.

In Break the Stigma, an audio course from Scribd Coach, neuroscientist and writer Simon Spichak explains how we can reshape how we look at mental health and ensure that we’re taking care of ourselves to handle periods of poor mental health. In the course, Spichak explores the limitations of our current mental health system; how to manage anxiety and intrusive thoughts; how to reduce stress and improve mental health by developing healthy habits; how to get through burnout using self-compassion, community, and self-care; and more. He also shares exercises so you can begin putting what you’ve learned into practice immediately.

Spichak’s course is honest, empathetic, and evidence-based. If you’re looking to learn more about mental health or support others struggling with theirs, Spichak’s course is an excellent overview of the topic.

(Note: This course is not a suitable replacement for therapy or other forms of professional support.)

• Language: English
• Publisher: Scribd Coach
• Release date: Nov 15, 2022
• ISBN: 9781094429274

Simon Spichak

Simon Spichak is a Toronto-based entrepreneur, neuroscientist, and writer focused on improving student mental health. He is the so-founder of Resolvve Inc., a company that offers affordable psychotherapy for students, as well as mental health services, academic coaching, and career counseling.