Question

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

Answer 1

Answer:

stigma

Explanation:

The word stigma comes from the Latin, meaning “mark, brand” and from the Greek as well meaning “to tattoo.” It has several meanings and one of them is “a mark of social disgrace that sets the deviant apart from the rest of society.” Stigma, which is a form of discrimination, is often related to mental illness, race, religion, culture, gender, sexuality and disability. Also, there are two main types of stigma: social stigma and self-perceived stigma.