Negative perceptions in both the people being diagnosed and in others can be generated as one of the detrimental effects of ______________ .

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Psychiatric labeling can lead to negative perceptions and stigmatization of individuals who have been diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder. This can also cause a self-fulfilling prophecy where the person believes the negative perceptions are true and internalizes them, which can further worsen their mental health.

Negative Perceptions in Both the People Being Diagnosed and in Others