STGMATIZATION OF THE NMENTALLY ILL PERSONS (ABSTRACT)

ABSTRACT This study is an indept enquiry on the stigmatization of the mentally ill persons in our communities. The study revealed that the negative opinions about people with mental illness are widely held. Questionnaire was used by the researcher in a population sample of 100 residents of Udi Sidings Community the response was 100% and the respondents are of various academic levels. About 9 opinions concerning the forms of stigmatization and whether respondents have seen anyone with mental disorder. About 90% of respondents reported to have seen someone with mental illness. However stigmatization of the mentally ill persons is widespread and serves as a major barrier to treatment. The most negative attitude towards the mentally ill persons is labeling as a result of misconception. Significantly, more stigmatization of the mentally ill persons was found among the young adults of age bracket (21-25) years. Moreso, mass media having the most negative opinions on the stigmatization of the mentally ill persons more than any other factors. However, psychiatric professionals had less impact on attitudes towards the mentally ill persons. Reducing the stigmatization of the mentally ill persons living within our communities and society at large continues to be an important goal for mental health professionals . if u want to get full version of these resaerch works dial : 07035774494 this a reasaerch carried out by st/n ekezie