A major concern for people living with a mental illness is the stigma that comes along with it. Stigma is when negative stereotypes or thoughts are associated with a group of people because they are different. Most of society is not educated on mental illness, and their perceptions about those who suffer are distorted and often incorrect. For people living with mental illness, stigma is a reality they must face every day.

SZ Magazine’s mission is to educate and inform people about mental illness and minimize the stigma associated with it. We aim to provide hope and inspiration to help individuals with mental illness, their caregivers, and medical professionals, as they work towards recovery and a better quality of life. Here you will find information on select disorders. Do your part to inform people about mental illness so that we can erase the stigma associated with it.


What is schizophrenia?
What is bipolar disorder?
What is depression?