August 6, 2025Public Health NursingOpen Access

Unraveling Mental Health Stigma: A Qualitative Study of Health Science Students' Perceptions Toward Patients With Mental Illness in the United Arab Emirates

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Qualitative study examines mental health stigma and attitudes in health science students, suggesting education improvements.

Students showed generally positive attitudes about mental health, although stigma was still present.
Thematic analysis revealed four key themes related to mental health perceptions and stigma.
Interviews with 25 health science students provided in-depth qualitative insights into their views.
Findings indicate a need for curriculum changes to enhance education on mental health issues in future healthcare professionals.

Dias et al. (2025) studied this question.

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