Everything and Anything a Nerd Could Want discussion

Because we are currently debating this.

What do you think about the term Mental Illness?

It sucks.

I don't like the term. It makes Payton feel like there is something wrong with her, and she sometimes cries about it.

And to be honest, it makes me feel like there is something wrong with me too.

It kinda makes me feel that I’m accused of something bad that’s not my fault. It’s weird how it makes me feel.

Yeah. They can be hereditary. Which also sucks.

If I ever have children there is a good chance they will have one of the many, many mental disorders my family carries.

My mom was depressed when she was younger. But I don’t know if she has anxiety. I guess I got anxiety from bullies? I’m not sure about my dad tho.

You don't have to use a different term. Unless someone else specifically asks you to.

I’m fine. I’d rather people not sugarcoat it.

I am not bothered by the term. Mental is to do with the brain and cognition. It specifically refers to mental. It is like physical illness but words are swapped. It is exactly as it says.