Understanding how to provide support for someone who is suffering from a mental illness can be overwhelming and emotionally exhausting. I was very lucky to be a part of the women support initiative forum (WSIF) from the very beginning. In the society where seeking help for mental health is a taboo, WSIF is the living testimony how a Facebook forum can work towards raising awareness with the attempt to address the issue of mental health of women. There is no rule for who needs to know about your mental illness diagnosis, but sharing it with someone is probably a great way to get support. WSIF is giving us the opportunity to talk anonymously about our mental health, anxiety, stress and dilemma. 

Dr. Sabrina Saba

Research assistant, University of Alberta