Stigma involves negative attitudes or discrimination against someone based on a distinguishing characteristic such as a mental illness.

Stigma prevents 40 per cent of people with anxiety or depression from seeking medical help.

1. Educate yourself about mental illness 

2. Be aware of your attitudes and behaviour

3. Choose your words carefully - think of the impact they have on others

4. Educate others - share facts, challenge stereotypes, and share your own story

5. Focus on the positive 

6. Support others - treat everyone with dignity and respect

7. Include everyone - encourage equality

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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

CAMH - Ontario

Information and statistics gathered from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.