The fifth theme related to stigma toward healthcare professionals working with patients with mental illnesses, which we categorized as professional stigma.#This study has achieved a deep understanding of the concept of stigma in the Indonesian context. This understanding is a prerequisite for developing...
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Given the large amount of social and media commentary on orgasm, it’s important to understand how our bodies and the bodies of our partners actually work so that we can help reduce stigma and stress during sex. In the process, we may learn a thing or two on how to make sex more ...
Since 2006, the CDC recommends against written consent for HIV testing in health care facilities because it avoids unwarranted stigma and simplifies screening. HIV test consent can be included in general medical informed consent forms as long as patients are informed that HIV testing will be performe...
It may take time to find the precise mix of tools that will bring relief from your depression symptoms. “It is important to maintain a sense of hope and a systematic approach to tackling depression and to work collaboratively with your healthcare provider or team,” Goldberg advises. ...
Simple tasks like taking care of themselves or managing money might be hard to do alone. Making friends and feeling included in social activities can be a struggle due to stigma and discrimination. Accessing healthcare and support services can also be limited. Creating an inclusive environment and...
If you’re not sure whether hearing aids are for you, the first step is always a hearing test and discussion with a hearing healthcare professional. If you are concerned about the cost of a hearing test, please check our listings for a clinics that offer free hearing screenings. Alternative...
While people commonly refer to problematic substance use as "substance abuse," the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR) no longer uses this term. It is considered stigmatizing, so it is now preferred to use language such as "substance misuse" or "substance use di...
To make an accurate diagnosis, a healthcare provider might ask about your symptoms, medical history, and exposure to trauma. As there is no test to diagnose PTSD, it affects the accuracy of the diagnosis. However, a specialist can evaluate the response given by an individual to deliver a di...
The results can be used by psychological and healthcare professionals and researchers but also by members of the public who wish to reflect on their eco-emotions. They also have implications for policy makers. Keywords: climate grief; solastalgia; bereavement; eco-anxiety; chronic sorrow; ...