Unravelling Migraine Stigma: A Comprehensive Review of Its Impact and Strategies for Change

Migraine-related stigma is a pervasive issue impacting nearly half of chronic migraine patients, with significant consequences for their quality of life, disability and mental health. Despite its profound effects, migraine stigma remains under-recognised in both clinical practice and research. This...

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Published inJournal of clinical medicine Vol. 13; no. 17; p. 5222
Main Authors Casas-Limón, Javier, Quintas, Sonia, López-Bravo, Alba, Alpuente, Alicia, Andrés-López, Alberto, Castro-Sánchez, María Victoria, Membrilla, Javier Amós, Morales-Hernández, Cristian, González-García, Nuria, Irimia, Pablo
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Switzerland MDPI AG 03.09.2024
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Chronic pain
Discrimination
Females
Gender
Headaches
Health care
Mental disorders
Migraine
Pathophysiology
Patients
Perceptions
Quality of life
Social isolation
Stereotypes
Womens health
health education
patient advocacy
stigma
health policy
migraine
chronic disease
mental health
prejudice
discrimination
quality of life
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Summary:Migraine-related stigma is a pervasive issue impacting nearly half of chronic migraine patients, with significant consequences for their quality of life, disability and mental health. Despite its profound effects, migraine stigma remains under-recognised in both clinical practice and research. This narrative review explores the three primary types of stigmas affecting migraine patients: public, structural and internalised. Public stigma involves negative societal attitudes and stereotypes that trivialise the condition. Structural stigma is reflected in policies that restrict access to necessary care and resources. Internalised stigma occurs when patients absorb these negative views, leading to self-blame and diminished self-worth. Addressing these different types of stigmas is crucial for improving the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of migraine. Educational efforts, advocacy and policy reform are essential strategies in this context. A deep understanding of stigma is vital for developing effective interventions that enhance clinical management and patient quality of life. Ultimately, reducing stigma can lead to better health outcomes and a more comprehensive approach to migraine care.
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ISSN:2077-0383
2077-0383
DOI:10.3390/jcm13175222