Summarise how the attitudes and perceptions of mental health by the public have changed and describe how, in your opinion, the media can influence public opinion of those who have mental health problems.



Here, you need to consider the factors that have helped to change attitudes and perceptions towards people with mental health problems, such as improvements in treatment, education, community support, and greater awareness.



You should also describe how people with mental health problems are represented in the media and how this has influenced attitudes and perception. This should include positive and negative examples.