Mental Health and Mental Disorders: 1 Flashcards

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Describe the consequences of the stigma of mental illness on individuals and families

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People don’t want to come out or get diagnosed

Hesitation from healthcare workers

Label Avoidance: Avoiding seeking help to not be labeled.

A receptionist says “This person is only doing it for attention”. The nurse talks to her about it. What is the nurse revisiting with her?

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