Death Quote by Peter Morgan
“We give each other a wide berth even if we have the flu, let alone... So, I think that's part of the stigma that people who have diseases suffer. It's almost infectious... if somebody is closer to death, they're almost a bad omen and I think that's terrible.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Stigma of Illness, 2018
People avoid the sick, treating disease as a bad omen, which deepens stigma.
In simple terms: Avoidance of the sick creates harmful stigma.
Key Takeaway
Show empathy, not fear.
Themes
health
stigma
empathy
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
sociological
motivational
When to use this quote
- hospital settings
- workplaces
- schools
- community events
Key Concepts
social perception
psychology of fear
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear shape our treatment of the ill?
- What actions reduce disease stigma?
A Different Perspective
Cultural beliefs can reinforce fear despite education.
