The new wave of reform is but a few months old. The young people in Zuccotti Park and more than 1,000 cities have started America on a path to renewal. The movement, still in its first days, will have to expand in several strategic ways.
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Learn what you can do about stigma. Stigma is when someone views you in a negative way because you have a distinguishing characteristic or personal trait that's thought to be, or actually is, a disadvantage (a negative stereotype).Unfortunately, negative attitudes and beliefs toward people who have a mental health condition are common.ere are some ways you can deal with stigma: 1  Get treatment. 2  Don't let stigma create self-doubt and shame. 3  Don't isolate yourself. 4  Don't equate yourself with your illness. 5  Join a support group. 6  Get help at school. 7  Speak out against stigma.