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Attitudes to mental ill-health 2011: Stigma and discrimination
Jul 1st, 2011 @ 08:52 am ›
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This month the NHS published findings from a survey of attitudes towards mental illness among adults in England. Although the report suggests that some attitudes towards mental health have improved, there is still evidence that prejudice continues to be prevalent.

Read the report (PDF file 168KB)

Alarmingly, one in six people believe that one of the main causes of mental illness is lack of self-discipline and will-power. Our work aimed at educating the public and raising the awareness of mental health is as vital as ever.

Read Chief Executive Dr Andrew McCulloch’s response

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