Along with mental health nursing viewed as less significant, stigma against them can arise from association …show more content…
Stereotyping and Prejudice are a major factor in the negative perception of mental health. This is human nature and fear of the unknown and the media can have a huge impact on our perception and this belief has been around for a while. The perceptions of those without experience in mental health with negative perceptions can be put down to ignorance or lack of education, as with the other nurses. In my opinion, positive mental health is the key to positive physical health and living a fulfilling life. We need to become more aware of the causes, impacts and effects of mental health issues and return to natural, holistic diets, lifestyles and medicines incorporating techniques used for thousands of years that have been forgotten in the