Mental illness remains both a critical concern and a topic shrouded in misconceptions. Exploration begins at the intersection of two powerful forces—the complex workings of the human brain and the pervasive stigma surrounding mental illness. “Compartmentalizing the Brain and the Stigma Attached to the Term Mental Illness” invites you into the complexities of neurodiversity, challenging preconceived notions and reimagining our relationship with this magnificent organ—the brain! Therefore, let’s abandon the societal belief that the brain is a rather lazy organ, leisurely sitting behind the eyebrows in a mental compartment. Indeed, the cranium holds it in protective custody, but it’s not the cellmate it appears. The brain is a physical part…