There has always been stigma towards those who suffer from mental health issues, as well as those who seek treatment. People who seek mental health treatment have often been seen as weak, vulnerable, or burdensome, leading to a reluctance to seek help when they need it. The lack of understanding by society (whether it be from family members, friends, co-workers and others) towards mental health could also further demotivate them to seek help, not to mention the discrimination and bullying that might occur after knowing their condition. Negative beliefs such as "my condition is a sign of weakness" and "I should be able to control it without help" might develop, which increases the unwillingness to seek help.