Objective: Although rates of mental health service utilization differ dra-matically across
countries, little information is available about differences in self-reported barriers to mental …

To explore barriers to specialty substance abuse treatment programs among women with
recent substance use disorders by race/ethnicity. Qualitative interviews were conducted with …

Objective: This pilot study examined whether substance use or mental illness was more
stigmatizing among individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse …

Because schizophrenia is arguably among the most stigmatized health conditions, research
assessing correlates of stigma is essential. This study examined factors associated with …

US Hispanics, now the single largest minority group in the country, face unique mental
health disparities. The current study utilizes Andersen's Behavioral Model of Health Service …

The stigma surrounding persons living with substance use disorders (SUDs) is a ubiquitous
phenomenon that has had detrimental effects on affected individuals, their families …

Objective: Health care access may be a significant contributor to health outcome. However,
few data exist on perception of barriers by patients in treatment, and attending a clinic visit …

Mental illnesses and substance use disorders are prevalent worldwide and considered
among the most stigmatizing of all health conditions. Stigma continues to create major …

Experiences of perceived stigma and discrimination are associated with a range of negative
health outcomes. Individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health …

Background: Persons with mental disorders frequently have other co-occurring problems
such as substance related disorders and HIV/AIDS. Individuals with co-occurring medical …