Stigmatization is often an unintended result of
A) outpatient treatment for psychological disorders.
B) using the dimensional view instead of the categorical view to diagnosis mental illness.
C) applying the medical model.
D) labeling individuals as suffering from a psychological disorder.

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Labeling individuals as suffering from a psychological disorder can lead to stigmatization, which involves negative beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors towards those with a mental illness. This can lead to discrimination, social exclusion, and other negative outcomes for individuals with mental illness.

Stigmatization Is Often an Unintended Result of