Internalized Stigma in Psychiatric Referrals in a Tertiary Care Hospital

Dr. A Bhavana; Dr. K. Lokesh Kumar

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| Published: March 31, 2021

Internalized Stigma in Psychiatric Referrals in a Tertiary Care Hospital

Dr. A Bhavana

Junior Resident, Department of Psychiatry, Bhaskar Medical College, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Google Scholar More about the auther

, Dr. K. Lokesh Kumar

Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Bhaskar Medical College, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Google Scholar More about the auther

DIP: 18.01.148/20210901

DOI: 10.25215/0901.148

ABSTRACT

Background: Internalized stigma is a common occurrence in psychiatric settings, especially in those referred to the psychiatric department from other specialties. Aim: To assess the magnitude of internalized stigma in patients who are referred from other specialties in a tertiary care hospital in Telangana. Methods: The study design is cross-sectional study with a total of 98 patients. Results: Prevalence of internalized stigma was found to be at 24%. Maximum internalized stigma was observed in alcohol related disorders. Conclusion: The study reveals the moderate extent of stigma in the present setting. It highlights the importance of anti-stigma campaigns.

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Internalized Stigma, Referral Psychiatry

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How to cite this article: Bhavana & K. Lokesh Kumar (2021). Internalized Stigma in Psychiatric Referrals in a Tertiary Care Hospital. International Journal of Indian Psychology, 9(1), 1420-1426. DIP:18.01.148/20210901, DOI:10.25215/0901.148