Paragraph 1). By way of summary, Gullekson (in Fink & Tasman, 1992) writes about her brother's schizophrenia:
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In addition, living with stigma and discrimination can have a negative impact on mental health (Canadian mental health association ,Ontario).
People with mental health problem say that the stigma faced and experienced by them regarding their mental illness and discrimination made, results in increasing their difficulties(Mental health foundation, uk) resulting in decreasing one’s confidence.
Thirdfourth of people no longer feel like bringing their weaknesses up and asking for help as they are ashamed because till date our society consists of half a ratio of people who jump to conclusions and make their own assumptions without knowing the actual cause of illness. The cause for mental illness can be numerous such as family, friends, surroundings and much more . “ HIV/AIDS is lifethreatening disease and is a stigma in our society”
Now talking about Stigma related to HIV/AIDS. This is another major issue in our society as people who are victims of aids are dealt with a totally different perspective.
Stigma related to aids is actually life changing fact in our society and worldwide