Controversies in Psychiatry Flashcards
Define stigma
Social construct that devalues people because of a distinguishing characteristic
Define discrimination
Behaviour towards another group (e.g. exclusion/restriction/unequal opportunity)
Define prejudice
An assumption made about someone/something before actually having adequate knowledge to be able to do so with guaranteed accuracy
When does stigma tend to develop?
Early childhood
Can maintain stable for many years
What influences stigma?
More personal experience of the thing –> less stigma
Which group tend to be the most stigmatizing?
Older males with less education
What is biggest contributor to stigmatisation of mental health illness?
Movies
What is the effect of stigmatisation of mental disorders?
People less willing to talk about mental illness/get help if they need it
How are we trying to combat stigma?
Government programmes
Individuals
CBT to overcome felt stigma
Consider own attitudes and awareness
