Both readings alongside the video has greatly widened my understanding in consideration to Stigma, it’s prejudice, and discrimination towards people with mental illnesses can be subtle or overt, but they all have the potential to cause harm. People with mental illnesses are marginalized and discriminated against in a variety of ways, but understanding what that looks like and how to address and eliminate it can be beneficial. Stigma is frequently caused by a lack of knowledge or fear. Learning about the neglect doctors give their African American female patients was upsetting because it derives primarily from racism and internalized anger. This explains why so many women of color are scared to seek help and distrust doctors. Wouldn’t you expect someone who took a promise to follow only ethical standards to actually live up to this priceless oath and safeguard you. Which unfortunately, may not be your reality if you are a woman of color having these said things happen to you.

Watching the film Period End of Sentence was fascinating because it demonstrated how much power we have when we collaborate. Despite our awful circumstances, when we choose to assist one another, we can begin to take the first steps toward meaningful change. Even though we are informed that certain natural aspects of life are prohibited, we know deep down that we have nothing to be ashamed of.