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Introduction to myths and misconceptions about people living with mental health issues

Introduction to the step introducing students to the activity 'Myths and misconceptions about people with mental health issues'.
© Coventry University. CC BY-NC 4.0

Mental health issues cover a broad range of categories and affect people in very different ways.

There are many misconceptions and myths about mental health which influence our perception of individuals who have a mental health diagnosis.

How well do you think you can spot some of the myths on mental health and illness?

Examine your thoughts in the quiz in the following step.

© Coventry University. CC BY-NC 4.0
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