Stigma As A Barrier To Accessing Treatment: Social Risk Factors Of Mental Health Flashcards
1
Q
What is stigma?
A
Negative labelling that occurs to patients with a mental disorder
2
Q
What does stigma cause(2)?
A
Shamefulness and ostracised
3
Q
Why do many patients with a mental health disorder hesitate to seek treatment
A
Fear of being discriminated against
4
Q
How can stigma increase the risk of developing a mental health problem
A
Diagnosis of any underlying mental health problem is delayed. Causing symptoms to prolong
5
Q
Who are patients worried that may find out about their problem?
A
Friends or loved ones
