Factors associated with internalized stigma in people with common mental disorders using services of Family Health Strategy

Autor(es)

Ventura, Carla Aparecida Arena ; Carrara, Bruna Sordi ; Silva, Felicialle Pereira da ; Vedana, Kelly Graziani Giacchero ; Reis, Leonardo Naves dos ; Vidigal, Brenda Alice ; Moura, Ana Luiza Martins de

• Tipo de documento: Artigo Científico
• Fonte: ARCHIVES OF PSYCHIATRIC NURSING; v. 43, p. 8-pg., 2023-01-09.

Resumo

Purpose: To identify factors associated with the presence of internalized stigma in people with Common Mental Disorders (CMD) using Family Health Strategy.Method: Quantitative study carried out with 529 users with CMD answered the sociodemographic questionnaire and the scales Self-Reporting Questionnaire and scale on Internalized Stigma of Mental Illness.Results: Internalized stigma was associated with education level, medication use, treatment for mental disorders, suicidal ideation, attendance at a psychosocial care center and psychiatric hospital. Conclusion: The adequate identification and treatment of psychological distress constitute effective prevention strategies to safeguard life and ensure the stigma reduction and better quality of life. (AU)

• Processo FAPESP: 17/50111-4 - Exploring stigma, discrimination and recovery-based perspectives toward mental illness and substance use problems among primary healthcare providers in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil: a randomized controlled trial
• Beneficiário: Carla Aparecida Arena Ventura
• Modalidade de apoio: Auxílio à Pesquisa - Pesquisa em Políticas Públicas