The anticipation of stigma can have a significant impact on how people interact socially within their unit. In this article, I will discuss several examples of situations where stigma may be...
A study conducted by the University of California found that people who identified themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) reported higher rates of depression and anxiety than their...
Social Support
Social support refers to the help and assistance people receive from their family, friends, peers, and communities during difficult times. It can be emotional, practical, or both...
The impact of internalized stigma on combat stress can be difficult for military personnel to overcome when it comes to their romantic relationships. Internalized stigma is defined as an individual's...
Internalized stigma is when someone accepts negative stereotypes about themselves based on their group membership. It can impact long-term relational stability because it creates self-doubt, makes...
In today's world, social media platforms have become an integral part of our lives. We use them to stay connected with friends and family, promote businesses, learn about current events, and share...
Researchers have an ethical responsibility to avoid perpetuating stigma related to marginalized groups when conducting studies about their health outcomes. This is especially true for studies focused...
The concept of stigma is commonly understood as the social disapproval that an individual experiences because they belong to a particular group, such as being mentally ill or LGBTQIA+. Stigmatized...
Relational Consequences of Internalized Stigma and Self-Protective Emotional Distance in Same-Sex Partnerships
In a same-sex partnership, there is an underlying fear of external judgement which...
There are many ways in which ethical reasoning can inform strategies for reducing stigma and enhancing inclusion in diverse communities. One way is through education and awareness campaigns that...