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Mental health is a concept that’s socially constructed and defined. Different professions and cultures have their own unique characteristics and methods of working with people with mental illness. In order to properly implement their work, mental health care providers need to have the necessary cultural competency to work with deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
It has also been known that being diagnosed with a mental illness can lead to people avoiding seeking treatment and being labeled as a mentally ill person.
Stigma reduction has been regarded as a crucial aspect of addressing the mental health issues faced by people with this condition. Various organizations across Europe have also launched campaigns to eliminate this perceived stigma.
Mental health professionals are becoming more aware of the importance of spiritual and religious diversity.
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