In response to the article "Get Up, Get Dressed...": the suggest

Clermont - In response to the article "Get Up, Get Dressed...": the suggestions of losing the pajamas and taking a walk outside are good ones, but the negative connotations about utilizing psychiatric medications is not. This attitude only perpetuates the stigma surrounding mental illness. Psychiatric medications are needed when a walk in the park is not enough. Those who require additional help that medications provide are not weak and should not be condemned for addressing their mental health needs. If you had a migraine (which hurts really bad) would you refuse medication and remain in pain?