The book ‘Destigmatisation of Mental Health to Combat Public and Self-Stigma’ offers a self-help mental health destigmatisation behaviour change intervention poised to impact individuals, healthcare professionals, and institutions worldwide significantly. In a society where mental health stigma continues to be a pervasive issue, Dr Mercy Maclean’s book aims to dismantle preconceived notions and foster a supportive environment for mental health conversations. The content of the book is designed to empower readers with practical strategies, a beacon of hope to combat both public and self-stigma, promoting psychological well-being.
Destigmatisation of Mental Health is not just a book; it is a call to break the walls of stigma that have long prevented open and vital discussions about mental health. Dr. Mercy Maclean invites readers to take a transformative journey of learning and unlearning, challenging norms and encouraging open conversations about this important topic.
Dr. Mercy Maclean says, ‘Where do we begin? The answer lies beyond the precipice of change, where one must dare tread.’ The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning about destigmatisation strategies and contributing to the collective effort to break down barriers surrounding mental health.
Dr Mercy Maclean’s pioneering work in mental health and dedication to destigmatisation make ‘Destigmatisation of Mental Health to Combat Public and Self-Stigma’ a must-read for anyone seeking a transformative journey towards a more inclusive and understanding society.
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Dr Mercy Maclean is a Practitioner Chartered Health Psychologist, an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (AFBPs S), an expert in behaviour change interventions and well-being approaches for reducing health inequalities among health service users and health care professionals, a visiting lecturer, The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered and a full member of the Division of health psychology at the British Psychology Society (BPS). As a Chartered Health Psychologist, Mercy Maclean has gained the highest knowledge and expertise in Professional Practice, Behaviour Change Interventions, Research, Consulting, Teaching and Training. As a result of Mercy Maclean’s work in the mental health field, she has won numerous awards. Mercy Mac Lean is not merely a name etched on office doors and conference badges-it is a byword for unwavering dedication to the mental well-being of those who often suffer in silence. Her odyssey began in the quiet corners of university libraries, where the musty scent of books mingled with the electric charge of new ideas. The intersection of rigorous academic research and hands-on practitioner experience defines the narrative arc of her career. It is a saga punctuated by profound breakthroughs with patients, innovative behaviour change intervention approaches, and tireless efforts to educate and empower the lay public and professional peers. However, the true essence of her expertise is not captured in these accolades; it is woven into the fabric of countless lives touched, changed, and even transformed through the science and art of health psychology.