5 Instagram accounts on Mental Health to inspire you during the dark days

Mental health is a combination of our emotional, social, and psychological well being. However, when the term ‘health’ is discussed, we generally refer to physical health and the concept of mental health is often ignored. No matter how progressive we get, we still are not able to completely do away with the taboo that revolves around psychological problems and mental health issues.

It is only natural to feel blue once in a while. And, certainly, you’d be looking for ways to overcome this mood. Here are five Instagram accounts that contribute to spreading awareness about mental health issues and providing you with the much-needed motivation to pass those dark and lonely days.

• Mental Health Talks India

Founded by Adishi and Ayushi, this account focuses on creating a safe place to talk about mental health issues. The founders consistently share mental health stories of people across India.

 

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May is Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month! Let’s understand some of the sympotms of #BPD. Via @bpd_warriors Art by @crazyheadcomics

A post shared by Mental Health Talks India (@mentalhealthtalksindia) on May 22, 2019 at 4:21am PDT

• Sonaksha

This Instagram account is managed by a girl named “Sonaksha.” She is an illustrator, writer, and graphic designer. With a following of 13,063 people, she talks about mental health through her art.

 

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Sometimes, protecting your space means choosing silence, and that’s okay. #GardenOfKindness Taking little breaks from a long working weekend to experiment and scribble in silence.

A post shared by Sonaksha (@sonaksha) on May 11, 2019 at 8:58am PDT

• The Artidote

Managed by Jovanny Varela Ferreyra, this account has the maximum following among all the accounts mentioned here. The purpose of this account is to provide awareness about mental health through art. It has become one of the most famous accounts on Instagram serving this purpose.

 

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A post shared by the artidote (@theartidote) on Jun 28, 2019 at 1:39pm PDT

• Mental Health Foundation India

Mental Health Foundation India is a nonprofit organization that is spreading awareness about mental health in remote areas of India. It posts updates, stories, and much information related to mental health.

 

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A post shared by Mental Health Foundation India (@mhf_india) on Apr 6, 2019 at 2:10am PDT

• Kaha Mind

This is an online counselling platform that aims at making mental health care effortless. The account is spreading awareness among individuals about various mental health issues that can plague people.

 

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A post shared by Kaha Mind (@kaha.mind) on Jun 10, 2019 at 12:33am PDT

Mental health is an issue that people feel embarrassed talking about. Many of us are still are reluctant to seek help when we face mental health issues. It is imperative that people who suffer from such issues be given proper medical care, emotional help, and family support.

Are there any other such accounts on Instagram that spread awareness on mental health issues? Do let us know!