Mental health has increasingly become a focus of public attention in recent years. The media, social media, and public discourse have helped make topics such as stress, anxiety, and depression more openly discussed today than they were just a few years ago. This development is fundamentally positive, as it helps break down taboos and makes it easier for those affected to access help.

At the same time, however, a new trend is emerging: mental health issues are sometimes portrayed in a highly simplified manner or even perceived as a “trend.” It is important to distinguish between serious mental illnesses and everyday emotional fluctuations. A nuanced perspective is crucial for taking those affected seriously while also enabling a medically sound assessment.

As part of a recent media report, MedR. Dr. Jutta Leth, a specialist at JUVENIS, was also interviewed on this topic. She emphasizes the importance of a responsible medical assessment and honest counseling. She criticizes the trend toward self-diagnosis and the growing number of people posing as specialists and offering advice on mental illnesses on various online platforms. “The concept of destigmatizing mental illnesses has backfired,” reports psychiatrist MedR. Dr. Jutta Leth.

At JUVENIS, we therefore focus on providing comprehensive, responsible care delivered by professionally trained staff. Our goal is to support each patient individually and set realistic expectations.

The full text of the interview with MedR. Dr. Jutta Leth in “Die Presse” can be read here:

Interview with Dr. Jutta Leth, M.D., in *Die Presse*

You can find the article online here: Article featuring MedR. Dr. Jutta Leth in “Die Presse”

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