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Abstract
Background: Stigma toward mental health problems is now being understood as a context-dependent, multidimensional concept. Nonetheless, empirical research continues to study stigma as a monolithic aspect, obscuring meaningful within-group variations. Such inquiries often obscure the people-centered patterns of stigma within the population. Recognizing such patterns aids in better understanding how stigma differentially influences help-seeking and resilience in the context of mental health.
Aims: Accordingly, the present study seeks to identify latent profiles for stigmatizing attitudes and their correlates among Indian adults. The study also explores how these profiles potentially differ in resilience and help-seeking attitudes.
Methods: The data were collected via a cross-sectional survey with 564 Indian adults. Standardized self-report measures like the Attitudes Toward Mental Health Problems Scale, the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale - 10-item version, and the Inventory of Attitudes Toward Seeking Mental Health Services were used.
Results: Latent Profile Analysis revealed a four-profile model that differed significantly in resilience and help-seeking attitudes. Further, a multinomial logistic regression revealed attitudes toward seeking mental health services, accessibility, reliance on religion, and mental health awareness as correlates of profile membership.
Conclusion: The findings indicate the presence of multiple patterns of stigmatizing attitudes among Indian adults. The results of this study could inform practice, policy, and context-sensitive interventions to reduce stigma and promote the use of mental health services.
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The International Journal of Social Psychiatry, established in 1954, is a leading publication dedicated to the field of social psychiatry. It serves as a platform for the exchange of research findings and discussions on the influence of social, environmental, and cultural factors on mental health and well-being. The journal is particularly relevant to psychiatrists and multidisciplinary professionals globally who are interested in understanding the broader context of psychiatric disorders and their impact on individuals and communities.
Social psychiatry, as a discipline, focuses on the origins and outcomes of mental health issues within a social framework, recognizing the interplay between societal structures and individual mental health. The journal draws connections with related fields such as social anthropology, cultural psychiatry, and sociology, and is influenced by the latest developments in these areas.
The journal also places a special emphasis on fast-track publication for brief communications, ensuring that timely and significant research can be disseminated quickly. Additionally, it strives to reflect its international readership by publishing state-of-the-art reviews from various regions around the world, showcasing the diverse practices and perspectives within the psychiatric disciplines. This approach not only contributes to the scientific understanding of social psychiatry but also supports the global exchange of knowledge and best practices in mental health care.
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