The Relationship Between Self-Stigma, Self-Esteem, and Quality of Life in Mental Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Self-esteem mediates the relationship between self-stigma and quality of life among individuals with mental disorders. Future interventions aimed at improving the quality of life of individuals with mental disorders should consider the impacts of self-stigma and self-esteem.

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International Journal of Social Psychiatry
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2026-03-28
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https://doi.org/10.1177/00207640261427405
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Mental Health Treatment and Access
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Self-esteem mediates the relationship between self-stigma and quality of life among individuals with mental disorders. Future interventions aimed at improving the quality of life of individuals with mental disorders should consider the impacts of self-stigma and self-esteem.

International Journal of Social Psychiatry
Nantong University (CN), Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University (CN)
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