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MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT: WHEN PREVENTION AND CURE MEET

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    A problem shared, is a problem half solved they say, or is it? From stigma, societal and cultural norms, alienation/marginalization, it feels quite squeezed in the space of our mind, to get any room for them to breath, right? The fateful moment comes when you look yourself in the mirror to face the trouble of any mental or emotional anguish. Especially when it is unannounced and unpredictable. Furthermore, it could be a friend or loved one, who is undergoing mental or emotional trouble and it has become overbearing to deal with, and you are completely lost in terms of how to help them. More so, if you really cherish the relationship you have with the individual or group of people. When you are torn between looking out for yourself or helping others, in terms of your own mental and emotional health, we at times get lost and wonder who to seek for help and who is the adequate person. In the confusion, some efforts go unfruitful while others do not exactly hit t...