How to overcome a stigma
What is Stigma What Is Stigma Stigma is a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance , quality, or person. example of a stigma? When someone with a mental illness is called 'dangerous', 'crazy' or 'incompetent' rather than unwell , it is an example of a stigma. It's also stigma when a person with mental illness is mocked or called weak for seeking help. Stigma often involves inaccurate stereotypes. Stereotypes Is a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing. Stigma is when someone views you in a negative way because you have a distinguishing characteristic or personal trait that's thought to be, or actually is, a disadvantage (a negative stereotype). Unfortunately, negative attitudes and beliefs toward people who have a mental health condition are common. 3 types of stigma? Goffman identified three main types of stigma: (1) stigma associated with mental illness; (2)...