Stigma & Discrimination in the Workplace

Progress

Limited Knowledge

Not recognizing the symptoms of mental illness in oneself.

Financial Cost

Services often come at a cost to an individual. While provincial health care programs usually cover some mental health care costs, wait times make it difficult to access services.

Access to Resources

In communities without services, people may have to travel long distances to access treatment. Transportation can be a barrier as well

Time

It can be difficult for people to find time to seek mental health services.

Barriers to Seeking Treatment