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Stigma and Mental Illness

Stigma and Mental Illness. Definitions. Mental Illness – a medical condition that is disruptive to aspect of a person’s life including thinking, mood, feeling, daily functioning, and ability to relate to others. Stigma- mark of disgrace which distracts from the character of a person. .

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Stigma and Mental Illness

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  1. StigmaandMental Illness

  2. Definitions • Mental Illness – a medical condition that is disruptive to aspect of a person’s life including thinking, mood, feeling, daily functioning, and ability to relate to others. • Stigma- mark of disgrace which distracts from the character of a person.

  3. Components of Stigma • Labeling • Stereotyping • Devaluing • Discriminating • Ignorance • Prejudice

  4. Stigma can… • Cause feelings of isolation, hopelessness, and low self-esteem. • Create problems with employment. • Negatively impact housing. • Cause Harassment. • Cause physical violence.

  5. Stigma can…(continued) • Negatively impact community participation. • Reduce resource & opportunity access. • Cause a person to deny the illness. • Cause a person to refuse treatment. • Cause there to be inadequate coverage of mental health treatment by health insurance companies.

  6. Although there is no reason that these should exist, there are ways to cope with stigma related to mental illness. • To cope with stigma… • “Surround yourself with supportive people.” • Remember you - are NOT your illness. • Remember - treatment works. • Remember - you are not alone.

  7. Ways to Cope (Continued) • Be hopeful • Be active • Remember you or your loved ones have choices. • Make sure people know your expectations.

  8. We need take part in combating stigma related to mental illness. • Be Supportive • Monitor the Media • Be an advocate – individually or as part of a group- and share your experiences. • Give praise when someone including yourself seeks help. • Steps to reduce stigma include…

  9. Resources • The Mayo Clinic • www.mentalhealthcare.org.uk • National Alliance on Mental Illness • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration • Rethink • Webster’s New World Dictionary 3rd College ed. • WebMD (information used was reviewed by doctors at Cleveland Clinic’s department of psychiatry and psychology)

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