It’s a timely reflection as Saturday marks World Mental Health Day and the end of mental illness awareness week. Dr. David Gratzer, a psychiatrist with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, remembers working as a physician during the 2003 SARS outbreak and says the topic of mental health was virtually ignored at the time. Fast forward to today’s health crisis and mental health is getting more attention. Just as we look after our physical health, our mental health also needs attention. So next time you don a mask, spare a thought for your mental health too.

Source: thestar October 09, 2020 12:22 UTC