Why do people refuse mental health treatment (even though they need it)? | Bipolar Disorder Series
Zach Good Zach Good
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 Published On Nov 30, 2019

When a friend or family member is in need of mental health treatment, it can be difficult to convince them to agree to get help. In this video, I discuss the two most common reasons why people with mental illnesses refuse to seek help.

Note: If you believe a friend or family member needs mental health treatment, don't contact me asking for advice because I'm not a licensed mental health professional. Contact a local mental health provider.

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Video Overview

There are two common reasons why someone refuses to get mental health treatment (even when they need it):

1) They have difficulty recognizing the signs of mental illness in themselves

2) Their mental illness makes it difficult or impossible for them to understand that they have a problem

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