Evaluation of Internalized Stigma and Quality of Life of Patients with Psoriasis

• Published in: Makara journal of health research Vol. 26; no. 3; pp. 179 - 185
• Main Authors: Bedriye Cansu Demirkiran, Emine Kiyak
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Universitas Indonesia 01.12.2022
• Subjects: patient; psoriasis; quality of life; stigma

Background: Internalized stigma is defined as individuals’ acceptance of negative stereotypes created by society and then their alienation from society. Psoriasis is a dermatological disease that affects the quality of life. The study evaluated the internalized stigma and quality of life of patients...