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Stop the Stigma: Why it's important to talk about Mental Health

Heather shines an understanding light in the dark "stigma" of mental health. She provides a unique viewpoint and embraces the immediate need for mental health care.

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This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxGainesville, an independent event.

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Heather shines an understanding light in the dark "stigma" of mental health. She provides a unique viewpoint and embraces the immediate need for mental health care.

This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxGainesville, an independent event.

Read more about TEDx.

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