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I J Volinn

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PubMed1989

Issues of definitions and their implications: AIDS and leprosy.

It is demonstrated how definitions can determine social consequences of impairment and disability. A comparison between leprosy and AIDS provides the basis for the discussion. The United States is the geographic and political arena under consideration. Issues of classification as STD (sexually transmitted disease) or as contagious, communicable disease are relevant. An important factor to predict the social impact is the nomenclature utilized by CDC (Center for Disease Control). CDC represents the government as the official agency to gather and report morbidity and mortality information. Hypotheses to explain stigma on the basis of epidemiological bases are added to the usual sociological concepts or historical considerations. Potential application of the findings are discussed.

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome↗
PubMed1983

Health professionals as stigmatizers and destigmatizers of diseases: alcoholism and leprosy as examples.

Two disease entities are used for the analysis of stigmatization processes within the health care system. It is shown how overall cultural norms, specific professional role interpretations and certain characteristics of the disease are contributory factors. Cultural norms of devaluating persons with disabilities are considered. The relative power of the medical profession within the health care system is assessed in order to evaluate their potentially stigmatizing impact. Previously formulated theoretical concepts and findings of empirical studies provide the overall framework for the discussion. The conclusions include implications which might lead to the improvement of treatment and rehabilitation of currently stigmatizing diseases.

Alcoholism↗
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Institutionalized aged: a research review.

Nursing homes represent one aspect within the continuum of long-term care. Their definitions as well as their function have changed within a historical context. Their growth is related to legislative processes and to the economy of the country as a whole. The suggested theoretical framework is useful for increased understanding and objective evaluation of facilities, services and the patient population. Shortcomings of present long-term care and proposed improvements are discussed.

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