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Social distance towards halitosis sufferers
Clement C Azodo1, Oseremen G Ogbebor2
1Department of Periodontics, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria
Swiss Dental Journal
|December 10, 2019
Summary
Young Nigerians exhibit significant social distance towards individuals with halitosis (bad breath). This social distancing is more pronounced in males and increases with perceived closeness, potentially contributing to social isolation.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Halitosis causes significant psychological distress and social difficulties.
- Social stigma associated with halitosis can lead to isolation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate social distance attitudes towards halitosis sufferers in Nigeria.
- To understand the relationship between demographics and social distancing from halitosis sufferers.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional survey conducted among young adults at the University of Benin, Nigeria.
- Utilized the Halitosis Social Distance Scale (HSDS), adapted from the Bogardus Social Distance Scale.
- Collected data on age, gender, and social distance attitudes.
Main Results:
- A participation rate of 92.5% was achieved with 370 returned questionnaires.
- 23.0% of participants reported high social distance towards halitosis sufferers.
- Social distance was significantly higher in males and increased with closer social proximity.
Conclusions:
- Significant social distancing exists towards individuals with halitosis in the Nigerian context.
- This attitude may contribute to the social isolation experienced by halitosis sufferers.
- Community education on halitosis etiology, treatment, and prognosis is recommended to mitigate social distancing.
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