That Australians’ attitudes to mental health have been transformed is true. That we need to further match increased actions to our increased awareness for better results is also true.  

And, what’s equally true is that a sinister streak threatens to undermine the legitimacy of our generally positive approach to mental and emotional wellbeing.  

Namely, it is distressing to see non-acute mental illness being occasionally used as an explanation or excuse for what are bad behaviours, malicious or irresponsible choices, and maladaptation of personality.