| Title | The impact of stigma in healthcare on people living with chronic illnesses. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2012 |
| Authors | Earnshaw, Valerie A., and Diane M. Quinn |
| Journal | Journal of health psychology |
| Volume | 17 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pagination | 157-68 |
| Date Published | 2012 Mar |
| ISSN | 1461-7277 |
| Keywords | Adolescent, Adult, Attitude of Health Personnel, Chronic Disease, Female, Humans, Male, Professional-Patient Relations, Quality of Life, Questionnaires, Stereotyping, Young Adult |
| Abstract | Approximately half of adults are living with a chronic illness, many of whom may feel stigmatized by their chronic illness in different contexts. We explored the impact of internalized, experienced, and anticipated stigma within healthcare settings on the quality of life of 184 participants living with chronic illnesses (e.g. diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, asthma). Results of a path analysis demonstrate that participants who internalized stigma and experienced stigma from healthcare workers anticipated greater stigma from healthcare workers. Participants who anticipated greater stigma from healthcare workers, in turn, accessed healthcare less and experienced a decreased quality of life. |
| DOI | 10.1177/1359105311414952 |
| Alternate Journal | J Health Psychol |
