Question

State whether the following statement holds true. "If you ignore discriminatory behavior, it will ultimately stop or go away."

Answer 1

this statement is true.

Answer 2

The statement, "If you ignore discriminatory behaviour, it will ultimately stop or go away." is FALSE.

Ignoring or avoiding any such issues like Discrimination doesn't help in making the situation better, it is in a way is allowing and promoting the act.

• Coping and Overcoming with Discrimination

1. Reach out and find your support group : it will be helpful to reach out to people you trust and get the support that you need to regain your confidence. You are not alone and many others are going through similar experiences.
2. Decide what response is right for you : in some situations, you may have the strength and energy to stand up and fight against unfair treatment. You deserve to let others know that their behaviour is not right.
3. Engage in self-care activities : your well-being is the key to fighting against discrimination. Find ways that worked for you before to take care of your mental and physical health. Indulge yourself in activities that bring you joy.
4. Seek professional support : don’t be afraid to seek out mental health support. You can utilize the services at the Counseling Center and Mental Health Center. Let’s Talk also provides informal consultation about your experience.