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Stigma Attached to the Insane

Beggar, created by Jan van der Vliet

Beggar, created by Jan van der Vliet

Most people would not be ashamed of breaking a leg or falling ill with the flu, and their family members likewise would not mind the world knowing about either condition. However, the same kind of acceptance has rarely applied to mental afflictions. There are many reasons for this lack of acceptance, but early issues included the probability of “getting well” or being permanently cured of a mental problem. Continue reading