Theoretical Conceptualizations of the Stigma of Mental Illness

3 credits

Course content, readings and assignments are focused on the fundamental concepts associated with the stigma of mental illness. This will be completed through an in-depth literature analysis of theoretical conceptualizations (i.e. the social psychological and social cognitive perspectives), the psychological stigma process (i.e., prejudice, stereotypes and discrimination), types of stigma, social psychological theories on attitude formation and factors associated in the development of stigmatizing attitudes.