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Sarah L Canham1,2,3, Jeffrey N Rose4, Rachel Weldrick2
1College of Social Work, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA sarah.canham@utah.edu.
This study reviews how homelessness stigma affects individuals and explores interventions to combat discrimination. It highlights the need for systematic reviews on this critical issue.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Homelessness rates are rising, necessitating action against discrimination and societal indifference.
- A systematic review is lacking on stigma and discrimination experiences among homeless populations and effective interventions.
- Understanding these issues is crucial for developing targeted support and reducing societal barriers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify forms of stigma and discrimination faced by individuals experiencing homelessness.
- To analyze the consequences of these experiences.
- To explore interventions aimed at reducing stigma and discrimination.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive scoping review guided by established frameworks (JBI, Arksey & O'Malley).
- Extensive database searches (Medline, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, etc.) conducted July 15-19, 2022.
- Two independent reviewers screened titles/abstracts and full texts; three reviewers will chart data.
Main Results:
- Data extraction and categorization into themes will be performed by three reviewers.
- An 'expert consultation' workshop will enhance local context validity and gather additional perspectives.
- Findings will be synthesized in tabular form, identifying patterns in stigma, discrimination, and interventions.
Conclusions:
- This scoping review will provide a comprehensive overview of stigma and discrimination affecting individuals experiencing homelessness.
- It will identify gaps in current research and highlight effective interventions.
- The findings will inform policy and practice to combat homelessness-related stigma and discrimination.
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