Concept Analysis: Mental Stigma
Assignment 6
Concept Analysis: Mental Stigma Assignment 6
A concept analysis is designed to make the student as familiar
with a concept as possible. A concept is usually one or two words
that convey meaning, understanding or feelings between or
among individuals within a same discipline. Some concepts
relevant to mental health are stigma, recidivism, and
deinstitutionalization.
Activities and Directions
To begin the process, choose a concept you are interested in, a
term you encounter with your work or one with which you would
like to research. Look for the measurable quality in your topic of
interest, problem or question.
– Write down all of the words you can think of which relate to or
express your concept.
– Search the literature for journal articles and books related to the
concept to get a sense of the beliefs and thoughts of others in the
discipline regarding the concept.
– Begin the analysis paper with a introductory paragraph
expressing what the concept is and why it is significant to you and
mental health.
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Assignment 6: Concept Analysis: Mental Stigma
Assignment 6: Concept Analysis: Mental Stigma
A concept analysis is intended to familiarize the student with a concept as much as possible. A concept is typically one or two words that convey meaning, understanding, or feelings between or among people working in the same discipline. Stigma, recidivism, and deinstitutionalization are some mental health concepts.
Directions and Activities
To begin, select a concept that interests you, a term that you come across at work, or one that you want to research. In your topic of interest, problem, or question, look for measurable quality.
– Write down all of the words that come to mind that relate to or express your concept.
– Search the literature for
