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Feb 9, 2023

VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Pahayag ng defense chief na a maaaring ‘gamutin’ ng ROTC ang mga problema sa mental health walang batayan

Sinabi ni Carlito Galvez Jr., officer-in-charge ng Defense department, nang walang batayan na ang sumasailalim sa mga programa sa pagsasanay sa militar, partikular ang Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC), ay maaaring "gumaling" sa mga problema sa kalusugan ng isip.

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VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Pahayag ng defense chief na a maaaring ‘gamutin’ ng ROTC ang mga problema sa mental health walang batayan

Feb 9, 2023

VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Defense chief claims without basis that ROTC can ‘cure’ mental health problems

No existing studies support the idea of ROTC programs as a “cure” for mental illness. Professionals in this field see this as a problematic claim that spreads disinformation, downplays the severity of mental health disorders, and “potentially promotes stigma” against people suffering from psychological issues.

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VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Defense chief claims without basis that ROTC can ‘cure’ mental health problems

Oct 10, 2017

VERA FILES FACT SHEET: 3 facts about depression

Depression is not just a creation of the mind -- it is a common and treatable illness.

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