Nobody’s Normal: Rethinking the Narrative of Stigma and Mental Illness

[摘要] autismdiagnoseshistory of psychiatryneurodiverseneurologydisabilityPsychiatrists are no strangers to the concept of stigma. It is a popular topic, from our professional societies to our research objectives. It is a subject that has gained prominence in broader media and public discourse and has inspired awareness months, campaigns, and human-interest stories. But in his book, Nobody’s Normal, Roy Richard Grinker strays from the typical narrative of stigma, which generally invites a discussion on educating the public and relying on high profile individuals to discuss their struggles. Instead, the author explores how culture creates and reinforces stigmatizing attitudes and beliefs. Importantly for mental health clinicians, his discussion encourages readers to consider whether our own goals and understanding of mental illness are driving the stigma that we lament.

[学科分类] 儿科学

[关键词] autism;diagnoses;history of psychiatry;neurodiverse;neurology;disability