Lesson Two - Biases and Stereotypes of Mental Health
Biases and Stereotypes
Biases and stereotypes often come from myths. There are many myths about mental health that are just that–myths. However, everyone has mental health and most likely know someone who is living with a mental illness or who has experienced a mental
illness at some point. Even with this sort of connection, there are still plenty of negative myths surrounding mental health and illness.
Take a look at the following website to see the most common myths in Canada and how they are debunked!
Take a look at the following website to see the most common myths in Canada and how they are debunked!
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Another way that biases and stereotypes are spread is through outdated terminology. Terms surrounding mental health and illness are often changing in order to be more socially accepting and less offensive. The Canadian Mental Health Association has a short list that is by no means comprehensive, but it will show you the more socially accepted terminology to use when discussing mental health. Try to keep in mind what words you are using next time you are talking about mental health.
To learn more about the common misconceptions of mental health, go to Mental Health Myths and Facts!