Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Stigma

Stigma is a mark of disgrace that sets someone apart from others in society. Stigmas can be physical or mental, and can lead to people being stigmatised, or discriminated against. They can have a profound impact on a person's well-being and quality of life. Stigmas are a common form of social exclusion, and can lead…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 37× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2474-9273 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Stigma is a mark of disgrace that sets someone apart from others in society. Stigmas can be physical or mental, and can lead to people being stigmatised, or discriminated against. They can have a profound impact on a person's well-being and quality of life. Stigmas are a common form of social exclusion, and can lead to difficulties in forming and maintaining relationships, gaining employment, and accessing services. By understanding the causes and consequences of stigmas, we can work together to reduce the stigma and help create a more inclusive society.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 37 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Stigma, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Behavior Therapy And Mental Health (ISSN 2474-9273).

Journal editorial board
Dr. Rabiul Ahasan · Saudi Arabia Shahid Ullah · Australia Roberto Maniglio · Italy

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