1.  Explore how negative self-perceptions can impact a student's motivation to study and engage in the learning process.
2. Discuss the emotional toll of self-stigma, including heightened levels of anxiety and increased vulnerability to depression.
3.  Explore how self-stigma can erode self-esteem and confidence, hindering a student's ability to navigate challenges and setbacks.
4.  Address the tendency for individuals experiencing self-stigma to withdraw from social activities, leading to isolation.
5.  Discuss the potential link between self-stigma and maladaptive coping mechanisms, such as substance abuse.