🧠We talk about code reviews, open-source contributions, and pair programming — but when was the last time we talked about our mental health?
As developers, burnout, ADHD, anxiety, and depression are not uncommon. Breaking the silence around mental health can be as impactful as solving a critical bug. Here’s how you can help normalize the conversation and support yourself (and others).
🧠Why Stigma Still Exists
Even in tech, there’s a hesitation to talk openly about therapy or psychiatric support. Many devs avoid searching “therapy for burnout” or “psychiatrist near me” because they worry it’ll be seen as a weakness.
📊 Data Point: The CDC shows that treating mental health like any other health issue encourages people to seek care sooner — which leads to better long-term outcomes.
đź’ˇ 4 Ways to Practice Stigma-Free Conversations
Use Respectful Language – Say “person with anxiety,” not “an anxious person.”
Share Personal Experiences – Talking about burnout or stress helps others feel less alone.
Ask, Don’t Assume – Listen actively without trying to “fix” someone.
Encourage Professional Help – Normalize therapy, psychiatry, and holistic wellness just like we normalize refactoring or learning new frameworks.
👩‍⚕️ How Professional Support Helps
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🚀 Creating a Stigma-Free Developer Community
When we normalize talking about mental health, we reduce burnout, improve team culture, and increase productivity. Open talk leads to early intervention — just like catching a bug before it hits production.
Discussion Starter for DEV.to:
How do you and your team address mental health at work?
What’s one thing your company (or community) could do better to support developer well-being?
💬 Share in the comments — let’s make mental health conversations as common as code reviews.
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