Publications by authors named "Hayfa A Al Alfard"
J Family Community Med
April 2023
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to evaluate the incidence of mental stigma among patients with psychiatric disorders in Saudi Arabia, highlighting how patients are negatively labeled by their mental illnesses.
- - Conducted at King Khalid Hospital, the research surveyed 489 diagnosed patients using a sociodemographic questionnaire and the ISMI-29 scale, revealing varying levels of internalized stigma, with 71.4% of widowed patients experiencing stigma.
- - The findings indicate that while self-stigma is prevalent, it is lower compared to other developing countries, suggesting the need for awareness programs and support systems to address stigma and improve the social lives of these patients.
