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Complete a search online and locate resources from either of the sites listed below on the topic of "mental health and stigma". In your post, define what is mental health stigma? How can society help individuals with psychological disorders overcome the stigma and labeling they face every day? List suggestions identified from the website (in your own words). Cite and reference the resource(s) following APA guidelines. Your post will be a minimum of 350 words.

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  • NAMI
  • MayoClinic
  • APA (American Psychological Association)
  • APS (Association for Psychological Science)
  • ACA (American Counseling Association)

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Mental Health and Stigma

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Mental Health and Stigma
Mental health stigma refers to the negative attitudes, stereotypes, and discrimination
individuals with mental health disorders often face (Quinn, 2018). This stigma is pervasive in
various societal contexts, including the sports world, as highlighted in the provided information.
Athletes, despite facing physical injuries openly, tend to conceal mental health issues due to the
prevalent perception of such struggles as a sign of weakness. The difficulty in discussing mental
illness arises from its subjective nature, making it challenging to identify and address with the
same clarity as physical injuries (Battaglia, 2021). This stigma is a significant barrier to seeking
help, as individ...

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