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Self-Stigma: Types, Effects and How to Overcome?
Stigma is a way of thinking or acting negatively towards a certain group. If one group is treated differently than another, this can lead to discrimination. Having self-stigma refers to having negative attitudes or beliefs about yourself. The stigma of mental illness, HIV, and COVID-19 are just a few examples of medical conditions that cause…