Association of perceived stigma and mood and anxiety disorders: results from the World Mental Health Surveys

Abstract

Introduction-We assessed the prevalence of perceived stigma among persons with mental disorders and chronic physical conditions in an international study.

Associação da depressão com as características sociodemográficas, qualidade do sono e hábitos de vida em idosos do Nordeste brasileiro: estudo seccional de base populacional

“…9,10 The influence of factors such as the level of schooling and marital status of the elderly individual on the onset of senile depression still causes disagreement in literature, 11 with some studies finding that people without a steady partner are at greater risk of depression than those living with a partner. 12 In addition to these factors, sleep disturbances such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS), Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) and insomnia seem to be related to depressive symptoms among the elderly. 13 However, there is no evidence of how deep these connections are, or to what extent they are dependent factors.…”

Mental health rehabilitation in a care farm context: A descriptive review of Norwegian intervention studies

“…People with mental health disorders tend to suffer from stigmatization, low quality of life, isolation, loneliness, and low self-esteem [1][2][3][4], and they are often excluded from ordinary work [5]. Participating in a meaningful, daily occupation has been shown to be especially important for people in such a situation, as through work, they can obtain positive experiences, like feeling needed, getting support and understanding, and having a purpose in daily life [6][7][8].…”

Perceived stigma and self-stigma of problem gambling: perspectives of people with gambling problems

“…One study of over 80,000 participants across 16 countries concluded that perceived stigma is frequently and strongly associated with mental disorders worldwide (Alonso et al, 2008). Whether accurately interpreted or not, perceived stigma has been associated with negative outcomes when held by people with the stigmatizing attribute, including lower self-esteem; adherence to treatment; social adjustment and quality of life; and higher work, role, and social limitations (Alonso et al, 2009;Link, Struening, Neese-Todd, Asmussen, & Phelan, 2001;Perlick et al, 2001;Pyne et al, 2004;Sirey et al, 2001).…”