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Effectiveness of an intervention to reduce stigma towards people with a mental disorder diagnosis in university students of healthcare careers.

Author: ArayaCarlos, BustosClaudio, CastilloGustavo, CidPatricia, ContrerasYolanda, FloresRaúl, GrandónPamela, VidalDaisy, Vielma-AguileraAlexis

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Overview

This randomized clinical trial evaluated the effectiveness of an intervention to reduce stigma toward people with mental disorders in healthcare students in Chile. The intervention, combining educational and contact strategies, was effective in reducing stigmatizing attitudes and the desire for social distance.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Students in healthcare careers present stigma towards people with psychiatric diagnoses, so the development of interventions to reduce it is essential. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an intervention to reduce stigma towards people diagnosed with mental disorders in healthcare stud...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychres.2023.115428

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Reducing Stigma Towards Mental Illness: A Journey Through the Desert of Misconceptions

The fight against [stigma towards mental illness] can feel like navigating a vast and arid desert, filled with misconceptions and prejudices. This study examines an intervention designed to reduce stigma towards people with mental disorders among [university students in healthcare careers] in Chile. The researchers embarked on a clinical trial, a journey through the sands of education and awareness, to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention.

Breaking Down Barriers: The Impact of Stigma Reduction Intervention

The study reveals that the intervention was effective in reducing stigmatizing attitudes and the desire for social distance among healthcare students. This finding suggests that incorporating stigma reduction programs into healthcare education can be a powerful tool for promoting empathy and understanding.

A More Inclusive Healthcare Landscape

This research provides a ray of hope for creating a more inclusive and compassionate healthcare environment for individuals with mental illness. Just as a desert traveler seeks an oasis of water, individuals with mental illness need a healthcare system that is free from stigma and prejudice.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study reminds us that education and awareness are key to breaking down barriers and promoting a more inclusive society. The fight against stigma is an ongoing journey, and this research offers a promising step in the right direction.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-10-03
  2. Date Revised 2023-10-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

37643532

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.psychres.2023.115428

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