Psychiatry Res June 2017 PMID 28237758

Stigma and social support in substance abuse: Implications for mental health and well-being.

Michèle D Birtel, Lisa Wood, Nancy J Kempa

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Peak: 4 in May 2020
across 4 sources since Mar 2018

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Mar 2018 – May 2020

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What people are saying

The discussions emphasize that proper social support can help reduce internalized stigma and improve mental health, using concise, supportive language like 'may help' and 'could improve,' which demonstrates both agreement and interest. The tone and focus on mental health outcomes suggest a recognition of the practical importance of the findings, contributing to the high impact score.

AgreementStrong agreement

Both posts explicitly support the importance of social support in combating internalized stigma and improving mental health, showing strong agreement.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high interest by linking social support directly to mental health benefits and addressing internalized stigma.

EngagementModerate engagement

While the posts are straightforward, they reference specific findings such as the association of internalized stigma with low self-esteem and depression, indicating a thoughtful engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The focus on potential improvements in well-being and mental health highlights a recognition of the publication’s significance and real-world implications.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that people with substance abuse issues often face stigma, which can negatively affect their mental health, leading to lower self-esteem, higher depression and anxiety, and poor sleep.
  • Conversely, social support can improve mental health and wellbeing, with those receiving more support experiencing better self-esteem, less depression and anxiety, and better sleep.
  • The positive effects of social support and the negative effects of stigma on mental health are linked through internalized stigma and shame; helping individuals to leverage social support may help reduce these internalized issues and improve their overall wellbeing.]

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SUDs PharmD Trainees
@SUDsPharmD_APPE · X

Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, & poor sleep) — this may improve mental health and overall well-being.

May 19, 2020 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 188 followers View post →
Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA
@jefbratberg · X

RT @SUDsPharmD_APPE: Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, dep…

May 19, 2020 · 3 shares · 2,598 followers View post →
Mary
@rphteach · X

RT @SUDsPharmD_APPE: Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, dep…

May 19, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,662 followers View post →
Ramya
@RamyaPharmD · X

RT @SUDsPharmD_APPE: Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, dep…

May 19, 2020 · 3 shares · 540 followers View post →

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Mary
@rphteach · X

RT @SUDsPharmD_APPE: Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, dep…

May 19, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,662 followers View post →
Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA
@jefbratberg · X

RT @SUDsPharmD_APPE: Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, dep…

May 19, 2020 · 3 shares · 2,598 followers View post →
Ramya
@RamyaPharmD · X

RT @SUDsPharmD_APPE: Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, dep…

May 19, 2020 · 3 shares · 540 followers View post →
SUDs PharmD Trainees
@SUDsPharmD_APPE · X

Ensuring proper social support for PWUDs may help combat internalized stigma (which was assoc. w/ low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, & poor sleep) — this may improve mental health and overall well-being.

May 19, 2020 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 188 followers View post →