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When Jada interacts with White individuals, she suspects that their perceptions of her are based solely on her being African American. Jada is probably high in "stigma consciousness".
What is stigma consciousness?
The degree to which targets of particular stereotypes "concentrate on their stereotyped status and feel it permeates their life experiences" is known as stigma consciousness.
The effects of stigma consciousness are-
- A person's level of perceived discrimination and feelings of rejection may increase due to stigma consciousness,
- and their sense of control and self-worth may decrease.
The major disadvantages of stigma are-
- feelings of guilt, helplessness, and loneliness.
- unwillingness to seek treatment or ask for assistance.
- family members, friends, or others' lack of comprehension.
- fewer chances to find work or communicate with people.
- harassment, physical abuse, or bullying.
The reason for stigma in mental health are-
The stigma associated with mental illness can stem from a variety of places, including personal, social, and family views as well as from the illness itself, which may lead a person to behave differently than is regarded as the social or cultural norm.
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