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MENTAL ILLNESS IS
A WESTERN VIRUS

a closer look at Bulgaria's

mental health system

99 HIDING

Bulgaria has been a member of the European Union for nearly ten years. But while mental health tops agendas across the continent, Bulgaria is still wondering if it is even a real issue.

The loopholes in Bulgaria's mental health system

help."

"THERE'S NOTHING SHAMEFUL IN ASKING FOR

YOUTH RED CROSS TAKES AWARENESS INTO ITS OWN HANDS

Despite the lack of mental health initiatives in schools, the Youth Red Cross is pushing psychological first aid to the top of its agenda.

MY GP TOLD ME, "YOU'VE ALREADY SEEN A PSYCHIATRIST TWICE. AREN'T YOU OVER IT ALREADY?"

THAT'S WHY I NEVER WENT BACK.

WHEN GPs COME BETWEEN A PATIENT AND PSYCHIATRIST

GPs are the first point for contact for most Bulgarians with mental health concerns, but their training is lagging behind. Incorrect referrals and a lack of understanding are keeping patients from seeking any further help.

MENTAL ILLNESS IS A WESTERN VIRUS