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Essay / Essay on Mental Disorders - 2351
“The highest form of ignorance is when you reject something that you know nothing about” (Hourani 142). A mental disorder is an illness that undeniably affects a large number of people and, despite this, is still subject to discrimination. People perceive mental illness as less serious and less important than physical illness, but by drawing attention to the stigma, they will become aware of the illness. However, what is most surprising is the fact that people's negative attitude is based on a misconception and misunderstanding of mental disorders rather than their reality. This is a relevant concern in our society because of how these biases affect the mentally ill. Not only do they face feelings of insecurity about their identity, but they are also likely to be treated as less than their equals and are seen as outcasts. As any logical person would conclude, this in no way helps the person get on the road to recovery. While they need understanding and acceptance from those around them, they are instead faced with distrust and fear from others. There are many issues discussed and debated that are less urgent than eliminating stigma. People are affected by mental disorders on a daily basis and this has an impact not only on the individual but also on the progress of society; his mentality and his evolution. For people with mental illness to be helped, society must identify the prejudices associated with mental illness, confront the discrimination associated with mental illness, and then try to understand how the causes and effects of these prejudices affect the individual and society. people with mental disorders, and the illness itself in a different way than it is...... middle of paper ...... When someone hears someone stereotyping the mentally ill, he should speak out and scold him. Ending stereotypes is the hardest part, but nevertheless essential to eliminating stigma. However, it is the media and information that greatly influence people and who must speak out. Accurate depictions of people with mental illness should be displayed, along with more positive stories involving recovery to provide society with a new and inspiring perception. In 2010, the Mental Health Commission of Canada launched a 10-year project aimed at ending the stigma associated with mental health. . They started with adolescents aged 12 to 18, because they are the rising generation and need to be informed about discrimination. They then turned to mental health workers because, according to the mentally ill, they face the most stigma at work..