Jurnal Psikologi dan Konseling West Science
Vol 3 No 01 (2025): Jurnal Psikologi dan Konseling West Science

The stigma of mental illness in society and its effect on the search for psychological help

Mubarok, Ahmad Shofi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Mar 2025

Abstract

This study investigates the stigma surrounding mental disorders in Indonesian society and its impact on individuals’ willingness to seek psychological help. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 80 respondents through a structured questionnaire employing a 5-point Likert scale. The results, analyzed using SPSS version 25, revealed a significant negative correlation between stigma and help-seeking behavior, with stigma accounting for 29% of the variance in help-seeking attitudes. The findings emphasize stigma as a critical barrier to accessing mental health services in Indonesia, influenced by cultural and social norms. Strategies to reduce stigma through public education and culturally sensitive interventions are recommended to encourage help-seeking behavior and improve mental health outcomes.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpkws

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Subject

Health Professions Neuroscience Public Health

Description

Jurnal Psikologi dan Konseling yang diterbitkan oleh West Science Press yang bertujuan untuk publikasi karya ilmiah, studi literatur, studi kasus, dan laporan hasil penelitian. JPKWS merupakan wadah bagi peneliti, staf pengajar (dosen dan guru pembimbing/Konselor) dan pihak-pihak yang berkepentingan ...