1. If we talk about the history of mental health or mental disorders there was misconception that people who goes against the societal norms are abnormal.
2. When the time changes, sudden shift to modernization. We came to know how hectic is everyone’s life. Then the concept of mental health, anxiety came into public notice.

We can’t deny that these misconceptions still exist in our society. In some societies it is believed that people who are not able to carry our there daily life activities, or going against the Societal Norms are ‘possessed’ by some demonic powers. (Eg. Showing anger in Indian society or not respecting our elders would be considered as abnormal)

But mental health is still a concerning topic and a taboo too.

The history of mental health is marked by misconceptions that people who deviated from societal norms were considered abnormal. However, with the advent of modernization and the increasing pace of life, the concept of mental health and anxiety has gained public attention. Despite this progress, misconceptions still persist in our society. In some cultures, individuals who struggle with daily life activities or defy societal norms are believed to be ‘possessed’ by demonic powers. For instance, in Indian society, displaying anger or disrespecting elders is often viewed as abnormal. Unfortunately, mental health remains a concerning topic and a taboo, highlighting the need for continued education and awareness to dispel these misconceptions and promote understanding and acceptance.