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Interpersonal contact and the stigma of mental illness: a review of the literature
- Authors:
- COUTURE, PENN David L.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 12(3), June 2003, pp.291-305.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Stigmatization of mental illness is widespread in Western societies and other cultures. Stigma is detrimental to the well being of persons with mental illness. This can lead to discrimination in housing and employment. It is for these reasons that practitioners have sought methods for reducing stigma. One strategy is increasing interpersonal relations with people with mental illness. This article reviews the literature on the subject.