When a patient was diagnosed with schizophrenia, one of his immediate concerns was the stigma he might face – even from doctors. “If you visit a physician and mention you live with schizophrenia, and then ask for help with a physical pain, the doctor will question whether the pain is real or not,” he explains. His experience is unfortunately not unique. For people with serious mental health conditions, stigma remains a big barrier in receiving the care they need. How can we help change it? Read more here: https://bit.ly/3XILu4l
Poco sé de la enfermedad pero este tipo de información es la que se requiere para entenderla y poder ayudar a las personas que la padecen y no logramos identificar los síntomas. Gracias
Breaking down stigma is crucial for equitable healthcare access. Thank you for highlighting this important issue.
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1moThanks for highlighting this very real truth that people living with chronic diseases face all too often.