Fact: The vast majority of people with mental health problems are no more likely to be violent than anyone else. Most people with mental illness are not violent and only 3%–5% of violent acts can be attributed to individuals living with a serious mental illness. In fact, people with severe mental illnesses are over 10 times more likely to be victims of violent crime than the general population. You probably know someone with a mental health problem and don't even realize it, because many people with mental health problems are highly active and productive members of our communities.

Fact : Treatment for mental health problems varies depending on the individual and could include medication, therapy, or both. Many individuals work with a support system during the healing and recovery process.

Fact: This assessment measures the academic skills and abilities that one has acquired throughout one schooling/education. Thus, no preparation is required for taking these assessments.

Fact: Recruiters are always concerned about the credibility and feasibility of psychometric assessments. However, like other psychological tests, these tests are objective and help determine candidate-fit for any given position. They also save time and money and make employers feel more confident when choosing candidates.

Fact: Those who have completed science and liberal arts programs usually develop critical analysis, writing, and research skills. These skills can be applied a number of ways in different industries.

Fact : The economy and job market are always changing. New technology, retiring workers, and overseas job outsourcing are just a few of the factors driving this change. Increased or decreased demand for certain products and services can also lead to changes in the job market. This should serve as a caution for college students basing their choice in majors solely on job growth or decline since there could be many or few jobs available in certain industries after graduating. Job growth or decline should be one of many factors to evaluate when making a career decision.

Fact: Therapists typically refrain from overt instruction unless there is a safety concern.Rather, they reflect back what the client has said and facilitate a thorough examination. Therapists may guide to consider other options the client had not imagined or to think through the positive, negative, and ‘somewhere in between’ consequences of taking a particular path.

Fact : Seeking help for mental health issues nowadays are viewed as a sign of resourcefulness. This is a sign of courage and overcoming the stigma.Most of the therapy clients struggle with many of the same problems we all struggle with daily: relationships, self-doubt, confidence, self-esteem, stress, life transitions, depression, aggression and anxiety. For that reason the preferred designation for the person in therapy is “client,” not “patient.”

Fact : Clients are active participants while therapists help them face and uncover whatever is bothering them. That process takes time and can be initially difficult and painful. A skilled therapist is trained on how to lead clients through the storm into the calm.

Fact : Therapy is not a passive process. Therapists are trained in experiential modalities to lead an interactive collaboration with the client. Together psychotherapists and clients identify problems, set goals, and monitor progress as part of the process.

Fact: For a parent, it’s natural to worry about the stigma of a “label.” But special education programs focus on support based on your child’s needs—not the “label.” You must aim to advocate for your child continuously. At the beginning of each term seek an appointment with the teacher/s and explain to them who your child really is and not just on paper. Encourage your child to self-advocate, too. Keep in mind that getting support for your child in the form of a well-structured Special Education Program will go a long way in helping your child learn the much-needed skills required for him/her to progress through the regular school program.

Fact : Customer and co-worker acceptance comes with awareness and having opportunities to observe that workers with disability are competent and efficient in their jobs. Hiring people with disabilities can result in increased staff motivation and an organisation that supports all members of society builds itself a lot of goodwill.

Fact: It is important to understand the e-learning is a delivery method. The real question you should ask is whether the provider is accredited and has a recognised certificate. An e-learning course from a recognised provider is much more reliable than in-person training from a less professional provider.

Fact : Training institutes have more imagination than ever when it comes to presenting realistic, real life training. (Role playing, virtual reality, simulation and on the job training.