Date of Graduation

5-2019

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Department

Nursing

Advisor/Mentor

Hale, Cathy

Committee Member

Hentzen, Jane

Second Committee Member

Lofton, Annelle

Abstract

While statistics indicate an increased need for mental health treatment in the United States, the stigmatization surrounding mental illness prevents many from seeking help. During my internship, I worked with multiple mental health advocacy groups in Northwest Arkansas, including Mental Health America and Judicial Equality for Mental Illness, to bring about beneficial change for mental health consumers. These groups have been successful in bringing additional treatment centers to our area and raising community awareness for the importance of mental health. Through my internship, I learned how to organize public awareness events, how to advocate politically, and how to meet the needs of mental health consumers. My experiences in my internship have greatly enhanced my confidence in my communication skills and have given me a solid foundation for a future in mental health advocacy.

Keywords

mental health advocacy; mental health awareness

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