10/13/22
Identity formation- complex process in which humans develop a clear and unique view of
themselves and of their identity
Some patients can use their mental illness to their advantage
Some people feel like prescribed meds take away their right of choice whereas doing over the
counter keeps that right intact
Society doesn’t really take people mentally sick as actually sick
Society stigmatizes mental illness
Treatments are stigmatized
Identity formation- complex process in which humans develop a clear and unique view of
themselves and of their identity
Some patients can use their mental illness to their advantage
Some people feel like prescribed meds take away their right of choice whereas doing over the
counter keeps that right intact
Society doesn’t really take people mentally sick as actually sick
Society stigmatizes mental illness
Treatments are stigmatized
