Stigma and Help-Seeking among Arab Muslim College Students in the U.S.
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Abstract
Stigma is a primary barrier to mental health services. Arab Muslim college students report a disproportional negative association between stigma and help-seeking. This poster will examine the impact of instructor support on Arab Muslim students’ perceptions of stigma and treatment-seeking behaviors. Implications for counseling psychologists will be reviewed.
Start Date
4-14-2018 8:30 AM
End Date
4-14-2018 9:20 AM
Location
2nd Floor
Stigma and Help-Seeking among Arab Muslim College Students in the U.S.
2nd Floor
Stigma is a primary barrier to mental health services. Arab Muslim college students report a disproportional negative association between stigma and help-seeking. This poster will examine the impact of instructor support on Arab Muslim students’ perceptions of stigma and treatment-seeking behaviors. Implications for counseling psychologists will be reviewed.