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Fri 22 Feb, 2013 09:31 am
Context:
Stigma related to help-seeking from a mental health professional
Background:Throughout history people with mental illnesses have been stigmatized. There is a wide range of literature on stigmatization and discrimination of people with mental illness. Purpose:To examine the relationships between stigma, mental illness and help-seeking. Method and Material:A review of this body of literature was carried out. Evidence was
collected through Medline database. Results:The role of supernatural, religious and magical approaches to mental illness was prevailing in the past. Individuals with mental illness are still being stigmatized despite modern
medicine and more humane treatment. People with mental illness are considered as dangerous
and aggressive which in turn increases the social distance. The pathway to care is often shaped
by scepticism towards mental health services and the treatments offered. Stigma experienced
from family members is pervasive. Moreover, social disapproval and devaluation of families with
mentally ill individuals are an important concern.
Conclusions:This review revealed that the stigmatization of people with mental illness is
widespread. Because of the importance of this subject, future research should be conducted to
look at why mental illness is stigmatized by the general public and mainly orientate towards
finding a way for individuals with mental illness to live in a world without stigma.
Keywords:Mental illness, stigmatization, discrimination, help-seeking
@oristarA,
Judging from the "Conclusions" Ori I'd say yes it is
But I sure have to agree that intro might have a half-dozen or so other mistaken meanings
@dalehileman,
dalehileman wrote:
Judging from the "Conclusions" Ori I'd say yes it is
But I sure have to agree that intro might have a half-dozen or so other mistaken meanings
Thank you.
What does the pathway in "The pathway to care" mean?
@oristarA,
Yes, "related to help-seeking" means "related to seeking help". "Pathway to care" is the route you have to take to get the proper healthcare. For example, you have a councilor notice something is wrong who would direct you to a general doctor, then get a referral to a specialist.
@oristarA,
Quote:The pathway to care is often shaped by scepticism towards mental health services
Refers vaguely to means, methods. See "path"
http://thesaurus.com/browse/pathway?s=t