Histrionic Personality Disorder

Cluster B Personality Disorders

Stigma as a Barrier to Seeking Mental Health Treatment

Negative Impact of Mental Health Stigma on Well-Being

Stigma Against Adults with Mental Health Disorders

Efforts to Destigmatize Mental Illness

Persistence of Stigma for Misunderstood Mental Health Issues

A high-achieving student begins experiencing symptoms of severe anxiety that affect their ability to concentrate on their studies. When they mention this to their family, they are told to 'toughen up' and that seeking therapy is a sign of weakness. Consequently, the student avoids making an appointment with the campus counseling center, fearing judgment. Which statement best analyzes the student's situation?

Identifying Stigma in a Social Context