Document Type
Thesis
Publication Date
Fall 11-23-2010
Advisor
Michael Dow
Advisor Email
dow@fmhi.usf.edu
Abstract
Mental illness affects all major aspects of an individual‟s life. From basic needs such as shelter and employment, to interactions with family, partners, and friends, the diagnosis represents likely difficulties due to stigma and negative attitudes. Efforts to bring forth the recognition and acceptance of mental illness in the United States, as well as around the world, start by confronting misconceptions through examination of causes. Increased access to needed resources and funding for treatment are also needed and may be accomplished through the use of media, education, and rising voices lobbying for the rights of people with mental illness.
Rights Information
Scholar Commons Citation
Bernstein, Sarah Alexandra, "The Monster in the Closet: Misperception of Mental Illness" (2010). Outstanding Honors Theses. 66.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/honors_et/66
Comments
Psychology