Stigma

Question 1

Outline the components of stigma

Answer 1

Cognitive - negative thinking - stereotypes
Attitudes - negative emotions - prejudice
Behaviours - negative actions - discrimination

Question 2

List sources of stigma

Answer 2

Reporting guidelines
Music industry
Film and television
Medical students
Psychiatry speciality

Question 3

List ways of changing stigma

Answer 3

Protest
Education
Legislation
Contact with mentally ill

Question 4

What is ‘stigma’?

Answer 4

A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person leading to separation from normal society