Fighting the stigma of mental illness, with Patrick Corrigan, PsyD
Despite how common mental illness is, people with mental illness often keep their diagnosis a closely guarded secret in the face of widespread stigma and discrimination. Patrick Corrigan, PhD, editor of APA\u2019s journal Stigma and Health, discusses where this stigma comes from, how it affects people\u2019s lives, why it\u2019s important for those with mental illness to share their stories, and whether or not celebrities\u2019 new openness about mental health is decreasing stigma.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices