Mental health has a cost, but ignoring it costs even more. MindNation co-founder Cat Triviño talks to Rappler about how the Philippines can improve access to care.
MANILA, Philippines – As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, the struggles of Filipinos don’t end in October — many continue to face stress, burnout, and emotional exhaustion, often quietly and with shame.
In the Philippines, the cost of mental health isn’t just financial. It’s emotional, physical, and social; from the stigma that keeps people from seeking help, to the lack of access that makes care feel out of reach.
Cat Triviño, co-founder of MindNation and long-time mental health advocate, discusses with Rappler the systemic limitations the Philippines faces when it comes to mental health and how we can make care more accessible.
Catch the episode at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, October 28. – Rappler.com