Black Dog

China’s mental health crisis is a growing concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) predicts that mental disorders will be the largest health issue by 2030. In China alone, almost 54 million people are affected daily, with almost half diagnosed with severe anxiety.

However, mental illness remains a taboo subject in Chinese culture, and stigma prevents many from receiving professional support.

As part of the “Diverse As We Are” art festival in Shanghai, the exhibition “Black Dog” aimed to increase awareness of mental health issues. The exhibit featured personal quotes from Chinese individuals with depression and anxiety, as well as statements from Danish relatives about loving someone with a mental illness.

The exhibition was developed in collaboration with Psykiatrifonden and The Tulip Group, and was supported by EUNIC.