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Factors associated with internalized stigma in people with common mental disorders using services of Family Health
Carla Aparecida Arena Ventura1, Bruna Sordi Carrara1, Felicialle Pereira da Silva2
1University of Sao Paulo at Ribeirao Preto College of Nursing, PAHO/WHO Collaborating Center for Nursing Research Development, Ribeirao Preto, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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.
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