David Rosenhan sent "pseudopatients" to a mental hospital, where they pretended to be disturbed. The results led him to conclude that _____ greatly impacts mental illness.
A) an actual symptom
B) the community mental health system
C) labeling
D) communication

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Rosenhan's study showed that once a person was labeled as mentally ill, all of their behavior was interpreted through that lens, even if it was not actually indicative of mental illness. This highlights the power of labeling in shaping perceptions of mental illness, which can greatly impact individuals who are already vulnerable to stigmatization and discrimination. Options A, B, and D are not directly related to the main conclusion of the study.

David Rosenhan Sent "Pseudopatients" to a Mental Hospital, Where They