Social class matters when it comes to how we think about mental health. This has been true since psychiatry's earliest days—and remains the case even today.

Tension: Many people feel subtly judged or diminished in social interactions, sensing an unspoken hierarchy that undermines their confidence and belonging. Noise: Society often equates wealth, ...

Of all classes, the rich are the most noticed and the least studied. — John Kenneth Galbraith “Higher social class predicts increased unethical behavior.” This is the title of a research report by ...

Understanding the effects of social class on people's attitudes, thoughts, feelings and behaviors could have valuable implications, as it could help to tailor social and behavioral interventions ...