Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Sexually Transmitted Infections and Stigma

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are infections spread through sexual contact. Examples include gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV. Stigma is a negative stereotype associated with a particular population, such as those living with STIs. People living with STIs often face discrimination and are less likely to access…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 6 peer-reviewed articles cited 🔖 ISSN 2994-6743 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are infections spread through sexual contact. Examples include gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV. Stigma is a negative stereotype associated with a particular population, such as those living with STIs. People living with STIs often face discrimination and are less likely to access healthcare services. Negotiating safer sex practices can be difficult in the presence of stigma. Research has found that eliminating or reducing stigma can improve access to care, reduce the transmission of STIs, and improve the overall health of individuals and communities. Effective strategies to address stigma include educating the public on STIs, providing support to those affected by STIs, and policies that protect people from discrimination.

Research published in this journal

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

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (ISSN 2994-6743).

Journal editorial board
Jennifer Cunningham-Erves · United States Bassem Refaat · Saudi Arabia Andrea Palicelli · Italy

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