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Originally Posted by *Laurie*
I believe the mental illness stigma comes from a time way back in history when mental illness was viewed as either a character flaw that a person could will away, or just plain fear of anyone who showed symptoms of mental illness. The stigma seems to persist. I really can't understand why it doesn't go away - except that many people still don't truly understand mental illness.
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The media perpetuates the myths and misinformation. Any time something horrific happens the first thing they do is insinuate that it was either mental illness or terrorist actions. Fear mongering to sell papers. Oh sure every once in a blue moon there will be friendly articles on how those with MI are misunderstood and underserved, but those usually get limited coverage.