The nurse is working with the public to improve their understanding of people with mental illnesses.Which of the following statements reflect a non-stigmatizing view of mental illness? (Select all that apply.)

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A stigmatized view of mental illness labels the person with a mental illness as "crazy" or "mad"; negatively stereotypes the "difference" with undesirable characteristics and fears, such as labelling a person with a mental illness as dangerous "others" by creating "us" and "them" categories; and results in status loss, blame, and discrimination of the labelled person.Rare cases of violence associated with mental illness are sensationalized by the media.Acknowledging that mental illness is a disease like any other physical condition, that recovery from mental illness is possible, and that a person with mental illness can function well in society demonstrate understanding of people with mental illness.

The Nurse Is Working with the Public to Improve Their