Mental illnesses are still heavily stigmatized, even though they are common and treatable. This stigma can prevent people from seeking the help they need and can also lead to discrimination and mistreatment.

One of the main reasons for the stigmatisation of mental illnesses is the lack of understanding and knowledge about these conditions. Many people believe that mental illnesses are a sign of weakness or a character flaw when in reality they are medical conditions that affect the brain and can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, environment, and life experiences.

Another reason for the stigmatisation of mental illnesses is the way they are often portrayed in the media. They are depicted as being rare or extreme, and the people who have them are often portrayed as dangerous or violent.

After the project concluded, an exhibition showcasing all the photographs was held at the University of Zagreb. On the exhibition's opening, Vladimira Splinder, an established Croatian photographer and director, showcased her newest short movie “Mama, zasto places” which portrays her fight with depression. In addition, members of Ludruga, an NGO that focuses on working with people diagnosed with mental illnesses and disorders, performed a play that highlights the difficulties of living with a mental illness. The whole opening of the exhibition was paired with the International interdisciplinary symposium "Aporias of the Psyche", a 3-day scientific symposium on which professionals from 8 countries and various research fields discussed mental illnesses and disorders.