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My personal story of overcoming 23 years as an alcoholic is both unique and universal. It’s unique because the struggle is my own, but it’s universal because millions of others face a similar struggle with addiction. They need a pathway out, and they won’t find it without help.
One in 10 Canadians reported symptoms consistent with several mental health or substance use disorders in the previous 12 months, a new report from Statistics Canada says.
January 28th is the annual Let’s talk campaign by Bell to raise awareness about and reduce the stigma of mental illness. And, through this campaign, Bell has committed over $60 million for mental health in Canada. This is a commendable program and an example of good corporate responsibility. However, what would also be a tremendous benefit in reducing the stigma of mental illness is for governments and the health industry to end the partnership between mental illness and addictions.