Posted by JenStar on May 11, 2005, at 19:34:03
In reply to mental illness stigma, posted by rainbowbrite on May 11, 2005, at 18:30:45
I think your approach is good - to tell them that it's normal, that many people suffer from depression or other issues, and it doesn't mean you're less of a person or less 'normal.' Showing quiet and gentle support, I think, is the best way to help show others that it is actually OK and normal to admit to having a mental illness.
But I wouldn't necessarly trust someone who makes comments like that. They might not keep your medical issues in confidence. If they think it's "exciting" and "weird" to have a mental illness, they might blab and hurt you. I'm pretty careful whom I tell about issues & meds. There's a handful of people I trust, and others that I don't tell.
JenStar
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