Challenging Stigma Flashcards
1
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Stigma definition
A
Negative judgements towards a person who is “marked”
2
Q
Discrimination definition
A
Negative actions that flow from stigma
3
Q
Internalized stigma
A
Negative feelings directed towards oneself based on negative views in society
4
Q
Horizontal violence
A
Stigma and discrimination from people who are themselves marginalized to another marginalized group
5
Q
Courtesy stigma
A
“Stigma by association”
Experienced by those working with a stigmatized group
6
Q
3 ways stigma manifests in the body
A
Chronic stress responses
Harmful coping mechanisms
Protective postures
7
Q
Decriminalization vs legalization
A
Decrim: removing criminal penalties for possession of currently illegal substances
Legal: Removing all penalties for drug use and distribution; regulation framework put in place
