What are the consequences of stigmatizing mental illness? What can you do as a college student to reduce stigma in mental illness?

Reflection journal
Discuss what stigma is
Many believe that stigma surrounding mental health is “socially constructed”. Discuss what that means, and why you think it may exist. You may need to do a little research
Discuss in what ways are mental illnesses stigmatized. Provide specific examples.
Watch

Go to This is “My Brave” and select one of the stories of people overcoming stigma and being successful despite their mental illness and watch.

Reflect

What are the consequences of stigmatizing mental illness? What can you do as a college student to reduce stigma in mental illness?