Factors associated with internalized stigma in people with common mental disorders using services of Family Health Strategy

• Published in: Archives of psychiatric nursing Vol. 43; pp. 57 - 64
• Main Authors: Ventura, Carla Aparecida Arena, Carrara, Bruna Sordi, da Silva, Felicialle Pereira, Vedana, Kelly Graziani Giacchero, dos Reis, Leonardo Naves, Vidigal, Brenda Alice, de Moura, Ana Luiza Martins
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Elsevier Inc 01.04.2023
• Subjects: Common mental disorders; Family Health; Humans; Internalized stigma; Mental Disorders - psychology; Primary health care; Quality of Life; Self Concept; Social Stigma; Internalized stigma; Primary health care; Common mental disorders
• ISSN: 0883-9417; 1532-8228
• DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2022.12.024

To identify factors associated with the presence of internalized stigma in people with Common Mental Disorders (CMD) using Family Health Strategy. Quantitative study carried out with 529 users with CMD answered the sociodemographic questionnaire and the scales Self-Reporting Questionnaire and scale on Internalized Stigma of Mental Illness. Internalized stigma was associated with education level, medication use, treatment for mental disorders, suicidal ideation, attendance at a psychosocial care center and psychiatric hospital. The adequate identification and treatment of psychological distress constitute effective prevention strategies to safeguard life and ensure the stigma reduction and better quality of life. •Medication use, treatment and history of suicidal ideation were significantly associated with internalized stigma.•Internalized stigma was higher in users who sought care at a Psychosocial Care Center (CAPS) and a Psychiatric Hospital.•Internalized stigma is greater in users with lower education and who attendance at Basic Health Units (UBS).