[header] How to cope with the stigma of crohn's disease [title] Don't take it personally. [step] Although people may occasionally make rude or insensitive comments, they may not intend to hurt your feelings. Sometimes people stigmatize others because of lack of understanding about a situation or condition.
[header] How to cope with the stigma of crohn's disease [title] Don't take it personally. [step] Although people may occasionally make rude or insensitive comments, they may not intend to hurt your feelings. Sometimes people stigmatize others because of lack of understanding about a situation or condition.
While they may not treat others as such, they may warn people about what you can and can't accept. [substeps] Common examples of social stigma include: " nobody ever takes the time to offer me a hug when i'm sick. Sometimes they may do it just to make themselves feel better. Instead of letting their comments or actions bother you, remember that you're a good person and don't let them get to you. The more you explain the diagnosis to others, the more understanding you will have about the situation. [substeps] Knowing that the diagnosis wasn't intended to be treated unfairly will save you of the burden of dealing with it more. Fighting off or alienating this sort of stigma will only make the situation worse. Remind yourself that you can never fully understand crohn's disease.