My take on this: I am as comfortable talking to some doctor as I am someone who didn't finish highschool. Perhaps it's because I'm a therapist, but I don't think so. I think it is because my parents reared me to be the way I am. Neither of them had a highschool education but they made sure that we had tons of friends who did a little bit of everything. There were always plenty of books to read, music, good food and some sort of spiritual support. They were helpful to anyone that needed it and I think it rubs off on a child, because that's all I saw. BUT, I do see the prejudice that is directed towards mainly women, from higher educated men.....I just ignore it and go on. If I had given up on everything I've ever tried, because some man said "NO, little lady".....I'd be miserable. And I'm not bashing men. Women just don't ordinarily tend to treat their sisters that way. It's sorta a "male thing"......Anyway, I also think that the healthier we get, the healthier people we attract...plus I think those of us who are depressed, etc. know the value of having to work hard to have a normal life...