Research indicates that one way to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness is to
A) remove individuals with mental illness from the general population.
B) increase knowledge of biopsychosocial explanations of mental illness.
C) reduce unnecessary concern by limiting the public's exposure to topics related to mental illness.
D) require people diagnosed with mental illness to notify their employers.
Answer: B
Rationale: Research shows that personal contact and knowledge of biopsychosocial explanations of mental illness are associated with lower stigma.
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