Genetic, I also have to disagree with you. I think it's only the people who have been exposed and learn about mental health that are the ones who aren't bogged down by stigma. There are plenty of people who are well educated and financially secure who look down on individuals who are on some kind of government care plan. Maybe the educated will hold their tongue, but it doesn't mean they aren't passing judgement.

I would say illness is worse for me too. I tell people I have BP all the time. If they have a problem with it, I won't be their friend. It's easy as that for me.