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Question: Human rights violations

Answer: People with schizophrenia are prone to human rights violations both inside mental health institutions and in communities. Stigma of the disorder is high. This contributes to discrimination, which can in turn limit access to general health care, education, housing and employment.

(Source: World Health Organization , 12 May 2021)

Source Link: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/schizophrenia