17 Questions
What is the primary role of language in shaping our world?
It helps to describe and give meaning to our lives
What is the term for the process by which people become socially discredited due to a characteristic deemed 'unacceptable' or 'undesirable'?
Social stigma
What is the impact of stigma on population health outcomes?
It worsens health outcomes by undermining care and adherence to treatment
What is the focus of anthropology's contribution to understanding stigma?
How cultural and sociopolitical context shapes social stigma
What is the term for the internalization of negative judgments about oneself due to stigma?
Self-stigma
What is the term for the negative attitudes and behaviors towards individuals or groups due to stigma?
Experienced stigma
What is the primary function of the psychological mechanism associated with the 'smoke detector' principle?
To detect and respond to cues of poor health
What is a potential consequence of stigma on public health?
The spread of misinformation and poor public understanding of disease origins
What is a potential outcome of stigma experienced by individuals with chronic conditions?
Long-term economic and social losses
What is the term for the virus that attacks the human immune system?
HIV
What is the hypothesized link between the origins of HIV and human behavior?
Hunting and wild meat consumption
What is the term for language that perpetuates myths and stereotypes about people with HIV/AIDS?
Stigmatizing language
What is the primary reason why coping with stigma is difficult?
Because of the fear and disgust associated with visible signs of infection
What is a consequence of stigma co-occurring?
Reduced effectiveness of intervention programs
Why might stigma-associated emotions have evolved?
As a mechanism for pathogen avoidance
What is a characteristic of stigma?
It is tied to cultural norms and social expectations
Why is stigma a global health concern?
Because it compromises the wellbeing of those affected and decreases intervention program effectiveness
Explore the role of language in shaping our perceptions and influencing our reactions. Learn about biased language and its effects on social exclusion and discrimination. Discover how language can be used to empower or destroy.
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