Mental Illness and Interaction

Reflect: Think about public perceptions of those who are mentally ill or have recovered from a mental illness.
Can they ever shake the label in the eyes of those with whom they interact? or in terms of their own selfconcept? Can you identify examples from your own life experience [friends, relatives, etc.]? No writing is
required here but keep your reflections in mind when responding.
Respond: The important point in this module is – the social consequences of an mental illness label. Using
concepts from both the powerpoint and the reading, write a 3 page essay on the impact of labelling on selfconcept, social distance and social interaction.