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Post by Asra Rab, MS4 on Sept 2, 2016 16:26:07 GMT -4
The article mainly shows the continuing stigma around mental illnesses. The fact that John McCain had to release his medical records to counteract the accusations of PTSD is ridiculous. It is even being used as a smear campaign tactic between the two current presidential nominees. It perpetuates the inaccurate thought that those with mental illnesses cannot be competent in their field of work. It was inspiring to read about the few politicians who were able to overcome their diagnosis and achieve their goals. This article also highlights how people hold politicians to a higher standard, rather than electing people to office who represent the majority of Americans.
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Christabel. A. Dike
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Post by Christabel. A. Dike on Sept 18, 2016 22:03:45 GMT -4
This is really a misconception that the society has to be educated on. A person's mental illness status should not be a criteria for assessment. I feel every president and those in high authority should be accessed by a psychiatrist every now and then because they go through a lot of stress that can make them develop problems. The society see them brave, and full of charisma when they speak but don't understand the nature of their job. Unfortunately the stigma is still there because everyone wants a president who can make decisions without interruption. Due the stigma, most presidential candidates find it hard to reveal their mental illness status. I feel the society needs to be enlightened more on mental illness and what it really entails because most people don't understand.
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