Select an issue or trend that impacts the PMHNP. Examples include ethical issues, mental health treatment disparities, and substance abuse, recovery, and wellness issues. Describe the issue or trend.

 The PHMNP is impacted in a variety waysThe issue or trend that I chose is the way society views mental illness and the people who have been diagnosed.One of the major impacts this issue has is that it can be a barrier to people actually seeking help and treatment, The stigma associated with mental illness diagnosis can also make it difficult for people to find employment, decent housing or appropriate health care.It has also been noted that those diagnosed have an increased risk of becoming victims of discrimination and crime (Ramsay, 2020).This leads to the increasing concern of misdiagnosis or inadequate treatment. The PMHNP has the responsibility of debunking the myths or stigmas associated with the idea of mental illness The two most effective ways are by educating the public on mental illness and on how to eliminate the stigma associated with the diagnosis.The approach that is key to achieving this goal is by talking openly and honestly about the diagnosis and treatment(Stuart & Sartoriu