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Anticipated discrimination is common for people with schizophrenia, often leading them to hide their diagnosis or avoid opportunities. This fear of stigma can impact work and relationships, even without direct experience.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Social Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Stigma and discrimination significantly impact individuals with schizophrenia.
  • Understanding the nuances of anticipated discrimination is crucial for effective support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the prevalence of anticipated discrimination among individuals with schizophrenia globally.
  • To explore the relationship between anticipated discrimination and experienced discrimination.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from the International Study of Discrimination and Stigma Outcomes (INDIGO).
  • Assessed anticipated discrimination using the Discrimination and Stigma Scale in 732 participants across 27 countries.
  • Sampled 25 representative individuals with schizophrenia at each participating site.

Main Results:

  • 64% of participants avoided work, education, or training due to anticipated discrimination.
  • 72% felt compelled to conceal their schizophrenia diagnosis.
  • Anticipated discrimination in employment and relationships was more prevalent in the absence of experienced discrimination.

Conclusions:

  • Anticipated discrimination is a widespread issue for people with schizophrenia.
  • The fear of stigma can lead to self-imposed limitations and concealment of diagnosis.
  • Anticipated discrimination may occur independently of direct experiences of discrimination.