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Post by Admin on Sept 27, 2016 14:45:46 GMT -4
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Post by Gurinder Sidhu- Extern on Sept 27, 2016 16:08:43 GMT -4
It is such a shame that even with one in five Americans with some mental health disorder in a given year we still have such a stigma. The article presents a historical view at how long mental health discrimination goes back and it is frankly shocking to see that it goes back 400 years. One of the areas that patients feel the most vulnerable is at work. This is true of almost any medical problem but is even more pronounced with mental health issues. It is bad enough that most people have to live with shame due to mental illness but adding discrimination just makes it that much harder. Just look at the face of any individual when they hear from someone that the person has depression. As the previous articles have discussed the best way to stop stigma and discrimination is by public education campaigns.
GS-Extern
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Post by El Shaddai Tesfaye MS3 on Sept 28, 2016 9:37:17 GMT -4
It is unfair for someone to be discriminated for mental illness just as it is unfair for someone to be discriminated for race, religion, and sexual orientation. This discrimination stems from lack of knowledge and also an inability to understand what that particular person is going through. The stigma of mental illness dates back to over 400 years ago due to fear-based approaches. With the information and help we have now, mental illness should be no more different than if a worker were to have any other physical condition. Companies should make an effort to address mental health just as they have made an effort to address physical conditions such as hypertension and diabetes with health fairs and different resources. With understanding, openness, healthy work environments, and resource availability, some of the mental illness stigma can start to be chipped away and those who suffer and are not getting help may get the help they need. The stigma and shame should be stopped because it truly is nothing more than discrimination.
ET MS3
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Post by Omar Ansari - MS-3 on Sept 28, 2016 12:39:11 GMT -4
This article discusses issues surrounding mental illness that are caused by society's reaction to those patients suffering from such illnesses rather than the illnesses themselves. According to the CDC 75% of patients suffering from a psychological condition do not feel understanding or compassion about their illness from others. It is this lack of understanding from society leads to discrimination of this patient population. Though we have come along way from the days of lobotomies, society still stigmatizes those who suffer from mental illness. This discrimination takes place in all aspects of life ranging from dealings with law enforcement medical personnel and colleagues in the workplace. In order for society to move forward, we need to address the overall poor attitude towards patients with psychological conditions. This is the first step in making progress towards a world where mental illness does not alienate people from the community and instead encourages others to support them.
OA - MS3
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Post by Response on Sept 28, 2016 13:24:11 GMT -4
Hey Everyone,
When it comes to mental health issues and the way the society deals with it, it truly is disheartening. Many of the citizens that have these issues are aware of their conditions, and understand that their mental state jeopardizes their way of functioning. This creates an internal struggle between right and wrong for the patient which may lead them to act in a manner that is not accepted by the norms of society. When these people attempt to interact with people who do not understand their condition this leads to discrimination and negative feelings and stereotypes against them. Indirectly this community becomes isolated and no one wants to deal with them. In order to better handle this situation we must be able to educate the society about these situations. Emphasis must be on that these are individuals who are still human beings but with a condition that does not permit them to have a normal functioning lifestyle. A more direct focus should be on public workers such as police personnel, health care workers, etc because they directly deal with people on a daily basis and the chances of them encountering a situation in which a person who is medically disabled is higher. We must accept these individuals in society and be able to incorporate them and work with them for the betterment of ourselves and community as a whole.
Interesting read..
Ahmed Kawam MS3
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Post by Amir Al-Dabagh on Sept 28, 2016 14:38:14 GMT -4
I enjoyed reading this articles as it hits on a very important topic. People are shamed for something they were unfortunate to have- much like one who ridicules a person that is diabetic or has cancer. Yet people refuse to seek what they need most due to the shame-pointing fingers of others. I have a few peers who are currently engineers, medical practitioners, or students who suffer from depression, anxiety, or other issues and are unwilling to seek treatment for fear that it may hinder their professions. I agree with the ending- discrimination against those who suffer from mental disease is no different than discrimination for color or race. It is time for us to shed the ignorance of past generations and work together to help those in need, rather than bury them deeper into their misery.
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Post by Farnazj on Sept 28, 2016 15:33:55 GMT -4
After reading this article, I realized there are still unsolved issues surrounding those with mental illness. Most of the time in order to keep their occupation or to protect their images or just to save their relationships they refused to seek help just because they don't wanna be labeled as "crazy or dangerous or unstable person". It's everyone's duty to stop being judgmental and start treating them fairly, with kindness. We should remember that they are sick and shouldn't be discriminated because of their illness. Their sickness should not be a obstacle that stops them from getting a job or a reason to put in a jail. Being mentally ill is not a crime and we should educate everyone to distinguish criminals from someone who is sick. Farnaz Jafari (MS3) |
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Post by Elvis Oppong on Sept 28, 2016 22:00:58 GMT -4
It’s really sad to say but mental health issues have been frowned upon for centuries. The perceptions of individuals with mental health issues have always been negative resulting in discrimination we are still witnessing today. As it was mentioned in the article, 1 in 5 American adult experience mental health disorder but only 25% feel that others understand them; this data is despairing as it shows how our lack of knowledge pertaining to this issue has contributed to such detriment. This explains why majority of us have no idea when dealing with individuals with mental health issues, especially authority figures as their actions significantly impact how mental health issues is perceived. Public awareness, policy changes as well as continuous education is something that should be addressed and taken seriously to negate some of the external motivation/factors influencing this ongoing issue.
Elvis Oppong (MS3)
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Post by Henry Ukwu MS3 on Sept 29, 2016 9:05:20 GMT -4
"Fear has driven mental health discrimination for 400 years"... Until recently, the conversation around mental health illnesses was considered a more taboo discussion. Our lack of understanding of the mind bred fear of its pathology. Today, as people become more vocal about their mental issues and seek help, it is important to develop public awareness programs to educate the community on the sensitivities of these diseases. While 1 in 5 Americans have mental health disorders, only 25% feel people understand them. As the article states, improved policies and education in the workplace, in the police, and in medicine, will help us become more aware of different mental illness manifestations and how to deal with them.
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Post by Betsy Joseph on Sept 29, 2016 13:43:42 GMT -4
It is unfortunate that people with a mental health illness are discriminated against and that they are taught to feel shame. This is the reason why most people with a mental health illness don't seek help, or if they do, don't feel like other people understand them. What's even worse is that the article states that even doctors don't take mental health as seriously as they should. As medical health professionals, we should all be aware of and take care of mental health illnesses in patients. That is what we are trained to do. It is important to treat mental health illness because if not, it can lead to things such as a loss of productivity, and sleep, and in the worst situations, suicide.
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Post by Derek Childers MS3 on Sept 29, 2016 16:44:52 GMT -4
Mental health is a big issue in today’s society and affects many people everyday. Unfortunately that people with mental illness are discriminate. I agree with this Its sad that the article states that doctors don't really take seriously as they should. Physicians are looked to for answer and to help the patient get better. You can see how serious of an issue this is in that it leads to suicide, which is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. Hopefully in today’s society with mental health awareness, people will be more learn more about mental health issues and we will be able to help more people and save more lives.
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Post by Umair Majoka on Sept 29, 2016 17:00:11 GMT -4
After reading the article I am surprised that even in today's age mental illness is looked down upon and discriminated against as much as it is. It would seem to me that after all the advances in medical care and research, people would have a little more compassion for the mentally ill. Just as a person who has diabetes or any other disease seeks help for their illness without being ashamed, a patient with mental illness should be allowed to do the same without having to worry about being embarrassed or worried that they will be discriminated against. This is the reason that most people with mental illness keep it to themselves and don't seek help for a condition that can be helped. Not seeking help worsens their condition and in the worst case scenario can lead to suicide. Others can't get employment or are put into jail because they are deemed dangerous. As mental health professionals we need to have more compassion for the mentally ill and treat their disease as we would any other disease.
UM (MS3)
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Post by Geoffrey MS3 on Sept 29, 2016 17:20:23 GMT -4
This week's article is particularly interesting to read because of mental illness being called as a discrimination. I don't understand why the people think people with mental illness less than others. I don't like the word stigma because it portraits them differently. Psychological problems should be treated just like any other heart or vascular problem. The society has to change their way of thinking about people who are psychological affected, they shouldn't be treated by secluding them rather by welcoming them and encouraging them to talk about what they are going through and be compassionate about it. Only then people will open up and be eager to get help from the Doctors. The police has to be taught on how to encounter psychologically affected people rather than just shooting them. Thats not the most humane solution we are all humans beings and should treat others accordingly. Unlike any other groups for substance abuse or alcoholics I think the society should form groups for their respective diseases. That will encourage more people to step forward and talk about the diseases and the difficulty they are going through in day to day life.
-Geoffrey MS3
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Post by Cyndi Odipo MS4 on Sept 29, 2016 20:20:24 GMT -4
It is enlightening to view the address of mental health as a form of discrimination. If not addressed in that manner, many resort to misguided perceptions of the disorder. For a long period, it has been neglected as an important health condition. This article does well to illustrate how far mental health if not treated, negatively impacts not only the individual, but the society based on economic standards. Voicing the importance of acknowledging mental health as a health disorder by the general mass, and providing primary intervention by the medical community are steps to correct the path treaded on over the years.
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Post by Namita Mehta on Sept 29, 2016 20:51:19 GMT -4
Mental health is a very important topic in today's society especially since so many people are living longer and need help. The sad reality is mental illness is usually discriminated against. It's usually frown upon if someone has some mental health illness. This should not be the case and majority of the reason behind this is because of the lack of knowledge people have. One of the best ways to get rid of the stigma is by using social media to get people aware. Many deaths related to suicide can be decreased from just learning the proper signs of a mental illness.
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