Title | Anticipated stigma and quality of life among people living with chronic illnesses. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2012 |
Authors | Earnshaw, Valerie A., Diane M. Quinn, and Crystal L. Park |
Journal | Chronic illness |
Volume | 8 |
Issue | 2 |
Pagination | 79-88 |
Date Published | 2012 Jun |
ISSN | 1745-9206 |
Keywords | Adolescent, Adult, Aged, Anticipation, Psychological, Chronic Disease, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Patient Satisfaction, Quality of Life, Social Stigma, Social Support, Stereotyping, Stress, Psychological |
Abstract | We examined the process by which anticipated stigma relates to quality of life among people living with chronic illnesses. We hypothesized that stress, social support and patient satisfaction mediate the relationships between three sources of anticipated stigma and quality of life. |
DOI | 10.1177/1742395311429393 |
Alternate Journal | Chronic Illn |