Snapshot · The Rest Is Politics: US
BetterHelp's 2026 State of Stigma report found 85% of people believe getting mental health support is wise, but 74% think society still discourages it.
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The second ad block presents BetterHelp's online therapy platform against the backdrop of the company's own 2026 State of Stigma report, which surveyed 2,000 Americans and found a striking paradox: 85% believe seeking mental health support is wise, yet 74% feel society actively discourages it. The ad describes the matching process — a short questionnaire, fully qualified US therapists, and the ability to switch therapists freely. Listeners are offered 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/tripus.
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