PEOPLE with mental illnessOPIOID abusePSYCHIATRIC researchThe editorial discusses the pervasive stigma surrounding substance use disorders (SUDs) and its detrimental effects on individuals, including discrimination and reduced access to treatment. Various studies presented in the edit...
Together, we can break the silence, normalize seeking help, and celebrate the strength it takes to confront mental health challenges head-on. We can build a world where no one has to suffer alone, where asking for help is a sign of courage, and where the stigma s...
The situation might have improved with proper care, psychosocial assistance and medication and hundreds of millions could be treated if we know that stigma, discrimination and neglected, prevent care from reaching people with mental disorders. Globalization and broader social phenomena such as migrations...
one area that still lingers under the shadow of stigma is men’s pleasure. Often misunderstood, overlooked, or even ridiculed, the idea that men should explore and embrace their pleasure is slowly gaining acceptance. It’s time to break the taboos and discuss the numerous benefits of this...
Stakeholder perceptions of mental health stigma and poverty in Uganda context, as part of a wider study, aimed at exploring policy interventions required to address the vicious cycle of mental ill-health and poverty. Methods... J Ssebunnya,F Kigozi,C Lund,... - BMC International Health and...
Prologue It has taken me 20 years to share this story with such openness and to a potentially large audience. I suppose I finally realized I needed to take my own advice and break stigma by talking. As a behavioral health therapist, it’s been a 15-year
project of the Dr. Guislain Museum and Janssen Research & Development, LLC. Janssen provides financial and in-kind support for the program. Dr. Marton will receive a $50,000 prize that must be used toward further work to reduce societal stigma about mental health and disorders of the brain...
Access to behavioral health and stigma around mental health disorders are serious barriers to care for many minority groups. Read on for more information. Author: Sara Thompson Published: December 7, 2022 | Updated: June 18, 2024 Mental health conditions do not discriminate....
6. Stigma associated with dementia. Reasons for diagnostic disclosure are based on the ethical principle of autonomy. 1. Patient has the right to honest information, to know about their diagnosis according to the above principle. Hiding diagnosis will breach autonomy. 2. Several studies confirm ...
impact, pursuing thinness can have deep mental and emotional consequences. When we base our self-worth on our size or appearance, we set ourselves up for constant disappointment. Body dissatisfaction is linked to a range of mental health issues, includinganxiety,depression, and ...