HopeAllianz is a member of the International Society for Mental Health Online and subscribes to the HONcode principles of the Health On the Net Foundation . We must end all discrimination against individuals experiencing mental illness. Kindness, empathy, and understanding must replace stigma in our hearts and minds. This means rethinking our own attitudes. We must recognize that to be healthy, one has to be physically and mentally healthy.
Mental health is an integral part of every individual's health.
Awareness of mental health problems needs to permeate the health care system. An interdependence between mind, body, and spirit. We must recognize the need to direct our resources in new ways. Appropriate mental health care does not cost too much - but lack of proper care has great emotional and financial consequences. Investing in early intervention, treatment, and follow-up care will prevent far more costly disability and even death.