Stigma of mental illness: a comparative study of demographic and cultural correlates among nursing students and registered nurses in Jordan
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Nursing students in Jordan show higher mental illness stigma than registered nurses. Cultural misconceptions and sociodemographic factors significantly influence these attitudes, highlighting the need for targeted education.
Area Of Science
- Mental Health Research
- Nursing Education
- Sociocultural Studies
Background
- Stigma surrounding mental illness poses a significant barrier to seeking care.
- Understanding stigma among healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, is crucial for effective mental healthcare delivery.
- Sociodemographic factors and cultural beliefs can perpetuate mental illness stigma.
Purpose Of The Study
- To compare mental illness stigma between nursing students and registered nurses in Jordan.
- To investigate the impact of sociodemographic factors on mental illness stigma.
- To identify the role of cultural misconceptions in shaping mental illness stigma.
Main Methods
- A comparative, cross-sectional study design was utilized.
- Data were collected via an online self-administered questionnaire.
- Participants included 233 nursing students and 157 registered nurses in Jordan.
Main Results
- Nursing students reported significantly higher stigma scores than registered nurses.
- Stigma levels were associated with gender, history of psychiatric treatment, and educational progression.
- Registered nurses with master's degrees exhibited lower stigma; stigmatizing cultural beliefs correlated with higher stigma scores.
Conclusions
- Nursing curricula require integration of content addressing mental illness stigma and cultural misunderstandings.
- In-service training for registered nurses is vital to rectify misconceptions and foster culturally competent care.
- Addressing stigma is essential for improving mental healthcare outcomes in Jordan.
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