Stigma and mental health (MHS) is a large barrier that blocks individuals seek help due to fear because of discrimination. Stigma can be both from outsiders, and from the self. Self-stigma is when an individual internalizes negative things such as self-esteem (Morin, 2023).
References
Morin, A. M. F. (2023). Intro to mental health [PowerPoint slides]. Kodiak. OTD 517 Week 1 PPT - FL 2023 Occupational Performance: Mental Health (wne.edu)
Brown, C., Stoffel, V. C., & Munoz, J. (2019). Occupational therapy in mental health: A vision for participation (2nd ed.) F.A. Davis.
Audience: young adults, caregivers, and teachers
Diagnosis: Mental Health diagnoses
Population/age range: 8-18
Instructions:
Provide this infographic to younger children's parents and caregivers. If the client is in their teenage years, provide a copy to them and their caregiver. All teachers should receive copies.
Rationale:
Educate the individual if old enough, and the caregivers on what stigma is and how they can address it in schools. Educate the teachers as well to help them advocate for these students.
Reference
Mental health stigma and engaging students and families of color. Recommendations for preventative pediatric health care. AAP Mental Health Stigma Infographic
Audience: all adults (clients, providers, caregivers, important personnel, etc.)
Population/age range: Adults
Instructions: Provide this handout at a doctor's office.
Rationale: To educate people of all adult ages about mental health and how stigma can impact individuals.
Reference
(2022, January).10 Ways we can reduce the stigma attached to mental health. Believe perform. 10 ways we can reduce the stigma attached to mental health - BelievePerform - The UK's leading Sports Psychology Website