Which statements most clearly indicate that the speaker views mental illness with stigma? (Select all that apply.)

A) "Everyone is a little bit crazy."
B) "If people with mental illness would go to church, their problems would be solved with faith."
C) "Many mental illnesses are genetically transmitted. It is no one's fault that the illness occurs."
D) "Anyone can have a mental illness. War or natural disasters can be too stressful for healthy people."
E) "People with mental illness are lazy. They expect the government to take care of everything they need."

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Wendy Simmons · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, B, E, Explanation :  Stigma is represented by judgmental remarks that discount the reality and validity of mental illness. It is evidenced in stereotypical statements, by oversimplification, and by multiple other messages of guilt or shame.

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