CPD: OPA, Thanks, but No Thanks for Your Advice: Busting Mental Health Myths

Overview

Well-meaning advice about mental health can sometimes do more harm than good.  Whether it’s about mood disorders, addiction, ADHD, or other conditions, generic suggestions often overlook the complexities of individual experiences.  This CPD panel challenges common mental health myths and explores why a one-size-fits-all approach is ineffective.  Panelists will share personal experiences with misguided advice, discuss its impact, and provide alternative perspectives that foster genuine support.  By debunking misconceptions, this session aims to promote a more informed and compassionate approach to mental health conversations.

Guest Speaker

OPA Chair Of Education

What Will You Learn?

• People often mean well when offering advice on mental health but may unintentionally spread misinformation.
• Misinformation can make individuals with mental health conditions feel worse.
• There is no universal approach—mental health experiences vary from person to person.
• The panel will discuss problematic advice, why it doesn’t always help, and offer better alternatives.
• Myths about mental health will be addressed and debunked.

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