Psychology & Psychiatry
College athletes found to experience high rates of mental health stigma
College athletes playing this fall have spent months practicing and preparing for the season.
Sep 8, 2023
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HIV & AIDS
Nigerians with HIV are stigmatized: Study shows support from family and friends is crucial to well-being
Sub-Saharan Africa is one of the regions most affected by HIV. In Nigeria alone, an estimated 1.8 million people are living with the virus.
Aug 28, 2023
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HIV & AIDS
Study finds HIV stigma persists across US, South
While knowledge and treatment around HIV continues to improve, HIV stigma remains an issue surrounding the disease and the people who live with it, a forthcoming report finds.
Aug 23, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Telemedicine can help women get early abortions safely, according to a South African study
In South Africa, it is legal to have an abortion upon request until the 13th week of pregnancy. The procedure is performed by trained certified midwives or registered nurses at specific primary care clinics. However, social ...
Aug 15, 2023
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Overweight & Obesity
Opinion: Renaming obesity won't fix weight stigma overnight—here's what we really need to do
The stigma that surrounds people living in larger bodies is pervasive and deeply affects the people it's directed at. It's been described as one of the last acceptable forms of discrimination.
Jul 31, 2023
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Study finds people with dementia and caregivers face stigma, barriers to care
A study led by King's College London has found that people with dementia and their caregivers are frequently met with misunderstanding and social stigma by local community health care services, which is creating a barrier ...
Jul 25, 2023
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Health
New study answers the question: Is anyone truly healthy?
A new long-term study of population-level data shows that when it comes to health, pretty much everyone could make improvements, plus the relationship with risk factors and mortality changes over time, sometimes in surprising ...
Jul 5, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Recognizing addiction won't stigmatize all gamers, say researchers
"Some clinicians argue that the gaming addiction label might create stigma toward regular gamers, by conveying the idea that gaming is inherently harmful," says Flinders University's Associate Professor Daniel King. "It's ...
Jun 14, 2023
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Medications
Researchers look at opioid use disorder treatment through eyes of patients
Patients would be more willing to enter medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder if existing stigmas were reduced and more accessible payment support was readily available, a West Virginia University study finds.
Jun 6, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
New study sheds light on breastfeeding challenge
One in five women experience feelings of aversion during breastfeeding, according to a new Australian study, suggesting the phenomenon is more prevalent than previously recognized.
Jun 5, 2023
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