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Why I Hate Talking About Mental Health, from a Psychologist

It's that time of year again...Mental Health Awareness month.

As a practicing psychologist, I am quite literally in the business of mental health. 

And yet, I hate it.

Not my job. I am fascinated by the brain, and I love helping others learn how their minds work and using that information to shift their life experiences. 

I hate the term "mental health."

And don't get me started on "mental illness."

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