Rethink: John Woodcock’s openness about mental health is encouraging
Time to Change responds following the blog from John Woodcock MP where he talks about his depression.
Kate Stringer, Head of Communications at Time to Change, England's biggest mental health anti-stigma programme, run by the charities Mind and Rethink Mental Illness, said
"It is incredibly encouraging to hear that John Woodcock has felt able to talk publicly about his mental health problem."
"John also says that hearing other people share their experiences, including those in high profile positions, has helped him to speak out about his depression, which is a really positive sign."
"We are now beginning to see more parliamentarians feel able to discuss their mental health problems openly without fear of discrimination and we want people from all walks of life to be able to do the same."
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