I have had a couple of friends with mental disorders. They are so devastating because they are persistent, relapsing and remitting, or can occur as a single episode so they are difficult to detect.
Yea, I have had family members and friends with mental disorders as well. They are a lot to handle.
Yeah. The signs and symptoms can vary widely so people can easily be misdiagnosed!
Yea I know. It doesn't help that there is also a stigma so people don't want to seek professional help. So they self-diagnose and are normally incorrect.
Social stigmas are so harmful on so many levels. It's origins are from Greece, where it was referred to as a type of marking or tattoo that was cut or burned into the skin or criminals, slaves, or traitors.
Oh? I did not know that. Although they are there for a reason. They do probably save people from bad situations sometimes.
I can't imagine that. Individuals who experience stigmas feel like they are supposed to be avoided in public places. It must be awful!
Yes, I am sure it is. But sometimes people need to be avoided for the betterment of others. Thats the reason the more serious mental disorders are treated on a more private, isolated basis.
Right. And it is very helpful if those people seek out psychological tests or physical examinations. Medical treatment is very important.
Agreed. Seeking proper help is one of the best things people can do for themselves.