Full Text Full Text (PDF) Appendix Alert me when this article is cited Alert me if a correction is posted Citation Map Email this article to a Colleague Similar articles in this journal Similar articles in PubMed Alert me to new issues of the journal Add to My Articles & Searches Download to citation manager Citing Articles via HighWire Citing Articles via Google Scholar Articles by Interian, A. Articles by Escobar, J. I. Search for Related Content PubMed Citation Articles by Interian, A. Articles by Escobar, J. I. Cross-Cultural Psychiatry Minority Issues Stigma, Discrimination Depression Related Articles

A Qualitative Analysis of the Perception of Stigma Among Latinos Receiving Antidepressants

OBJECTIVE: This study sought to describe the role of stigma in antidepressant adherence among Latinos. METHODS: The study utilized data generated from six focus groups of Latino outpatients receiving antidepressants (N=30). By using a grounded theory approach, qualitative analysis focused specifically on the role of stigma in antidepressant treatment, as well as salient Latino values. RESULTS: Perceptions of stigma were related to both the diagnosis of depression and use of antidepressant medication. Qualitative analyses showed that antidepressant use was seen as implying more severe illness, weakness or failure to cope with problems, and being under the effects of a drug. Reports of stigma were also related to social consequences. Also, the perceived negative attributes of antidepressant use were at odds with self-perceived cultural values. CONCLUSIONS: Stigma was a prominent concern among Latinos receiving antidepressants, and stigma often affected adherence. Furthermore, culture is likely to play an important role in the communication of stigma and its associated complications.

Related Articles:

December 2007: This Month's Highlights
Psychiatr Serv 2007 58: 1523. [Full Text] [PDF]

This article has been cited by other articles:

				N. M. Lanouette, D. P. Folsom, A. Sciolla, and D. V. Jeste Psychotropic Medication Nonadherence Among United States Latinos: A Comprehensive Literature Review Psychiatr Serv, February 1, 2009; 60(2): 157 - 174. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

				I. Lesser, S. Zisook, D. Flores, A. Sciolla, S. Wisniewski, I. Cook, M. Epstein, A. Rosales, C. Gonzalez, M. Trivedi, et al. Depression Outcomes of Spanish- and English-Speaking Hispanic Outpatients in STAR*D Psychiatr Serv, November 1, 2008; 59(11): 1273 - 1284. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Get information about faster international access.

Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2007 American Psychiatric Association. All rights reserved.

Home | Search | Current Issue | Past Issues | Subscribe | All APPI Journals | Help | Contact Us