This week was bustling with important mental health news. Monday, October 10th, was World Mental Health Day with the global community getting the word out about resources available for those struggling with mental health issues and sharing ways to combat stigma. Also, for those of us taking midterms, it’s a pivotal time for self-care when we feel like we don’t have time for it. 

Check out the headlines we dished out below! 

Stereotyping what mental illness is supposed to look like is leading people to suffer in silence.

Avid tennis player and mental health ambassador Naomi Cavaday shares her struggles with mental health and the importance of getting help on World Mental Health Day. 

Midterms week definitely bumps up the workload. Don’t let self-care fall by the wayside and remember: “Self-care is not a reward. It’s part of the process.”

Starting today, Cornell University is combating stigma during their Mental Health Awareness Week with #StompOutStigma.