Stress

Stress is the body’s reaction to pressure or challenges. It can happen when you feel overwhelmed, worried, or under too much demand. Stress can be short-term, like before a big test, or long-term, like dealing with ongoing problems. Some stress can help you stay alert and motivated, but too much can harm your health.  

Stigma: Stigma is when people are judged, treated unfairly, or looked down on because of something about them, like a health condition, background, or life situation. Stigma can make people feel ashamed or afraid to ask for help. It often comes from misunderstandings, stereotypes, or fear. 

Learn more: 

• Measuring Structural Stigma in Health Care 

• Breaking Stigmas, Saving Lives 

• Pervasive Stigma remains a harsh reality for people living with Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders 

• Breaking The Stigma One Story at a Time 

• Stigma-Busting in Song