Which of the following is NOT true of stigma of mental illness?
A) It can lead to self-fulfilling prophecies.
B) It can cause a sense of shame or degradation that decreases self-esteem and lowers self-worth.
C) It has been shown to increase the likelihood that families will seek psychological services so they can have excuses for their children's poor behavior.
D) It can be exacerbated by the way the media covers those with mental illness.

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The statement "It has been shown to increase the likelihood that families will seek psychological services so they can have excuses for their children's poor behavior" is NOT true. In fact, stigma can often lead to a reluctance to seek psychological services out of fear of being labeled or judged. The other options are true.

Which of the Following Is NOT True of Stigma of Mental