The Language We Use to Talk About Mental Health and Substance Use
Words matter. They impact the assumptions we make about others, the way we understand someone else’s experiences, and the value we place on others.
Stigma + Discrimination
Learn more about stigma and discrimination. Stigma and discrimination mean that you are treated unfairly. People who experience a mental health problem may experience stigma and discrimination from family and friends, employers, or their communities. Stigma and discrimination hurt everyone.
Stigma and Discrimination
PDF | Vol. 2, No. 6 (2005)
