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‘Mental Health’ encompasses our cognitive, behavioural and emotional wellbeing; disorders of mental health affect mood, thinking and behaviour. To this day, mental health disorders are feared and stigmatized because these conditions are not overtly visible. The way forward in continuing to dissipate the stigma associated with mental health disorders is to recognize, diagnose and treat these conditions—just as we do for any other ailment of the body. Here, a stethoscope representing medical care is shown surrounding the profile of a human face. Inside, a brain is seen; if you look closely, you will see that its shape is comprised by lines forming a fingerprint. The fingerprint signifies the wide range of mental health conditions and their unique manifestations between individuals. Continued advancements in both research and the clinical management of mental health conditions will improve patient care and help continue to dispel stigma.