One of the most used source of spreading awareness on epilepsy-stigmatization issues is the media. How and why? The term medium (the singular form of media) is defined as "one of the means or channels of general communication, information, or entertainment in society, as newspapers, radio, or television." We are going to be highlighting the different tips for working with the media.
To begin with, one must develop the facts so as to ensure that they have the right information to counter stigma. There are many people who do not have the basic information about epilepsy let alone the stigmatization that comes with it. People with epilepsy ought to know the truth. To achieve that, the media has to convey the right information to them. We should also promote message repetititon that is using many and different media sources to convey the same same message.
Additionally one can form appoint someone to monitor the media and immeadiately correct if there happens to be a media misinformation. Furthermore we can also providethe media with stories and people to be interviewed. This will enhance understanding as different people will share different experiences. One can also use print media, developing and sharing positive messages.
Radio and TV promos can also help hugely in creating awraeness on stigmatized epilepsy patients. Remember epilepsy has a cure and always sell the correct information.
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