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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

Reduction in Stigma Towards Depression and Schizophrenia Among Frontline Health Workers in Sierra Leone

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Clinical Science

  • Jessica Fitts
    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Fatmata Gegbe
    Njala University
  • Mark Aber
    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Abstract

In a sample of 114 frontline health workers in Sierra Leone, stigma towards depression and schizophrenia was assessed immediately before and after a 2-day workshop on mental health. Results include a significant reduction in stigmatizing attitudes and social distance, an increase in knowledge, and participant interest in additional trainings.

Prevention/Intervention