This paper provides a discussion of the utility of stigma theory as a conceptual framework for
the interpretation and analysis of the psychological impact of contracting a sexually …

Recent research has indicated that the stigma surrounding sexually transmitted infections
(STIs) creates a psychological and emotional burden for individuals with these conditions. It …

This article reviews the psychological consequences of genital herpes infection through the
lens of a recently proposed framework for conceptualizing concealable stigmas. We …

There has been little experimental research examining characteristics that contribute to the
stigmatization of individuals with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) other than HIV. We …

This paper defines stigma and its characteristics, outlines strategies and consequences of
stigma management, describes the theoretical basis of stigma, and offers methodological …

Background As stigma is a socially constructed concept, it would follow that stigma related to
sexual behaviours and sexually transmitted infections would carry with it many of the gender …

The stigma and shame associated with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have been
identified as barriers to the STI care-seeking process and as contributors to negative …

Despite its highly prevalent and stigmatizing nature, genital herpes has received little
attention from stigma researchers relative to other sexually transmitted infections. This …

Stigma affects both herpes-infected and uninfected people. The stigma associated with
genital herpes may influence a person's decision to seek care or disclose the infection to …

Stigma has long accompanied sexually transmissible infections (STI) and hindered
prevention and control efforts. It not only acts as a formidable barrier to STI testing, treatment …