Stigma in the History of Medicine and its Ethical Approach

About

Stigma is society's negative evaluation of specific characteristics or behaviors. The term "stigma", which has prevailed internationally in the scientific literature, derives from the ancient Greek language and specifically from the verb "stizo (στίζω)". By referring to the relevant bibliography, students will get to know its ramifications over the centuries starting from ancient Greece and reaching the present day. Also, with regard to his ethical approach, it will be examined both within the context of "self-stigmatism" and the discredit that accompanies and permanently burdens someone.

Course leader

Prof. Marianna Karamanou

Target group

No prior subject knowledge is required to study this module.

Course aim

Upon successful completion of this module, students will:
1. define the term stigma and its manifestations at the social level
2. be able to describe phenomena of "self-stigma"
3. clearly articulate his ethical approach
4. be able to search in various databases for the appropriate bibliography regarding the history of stigma
5. be able to design appropriate educational material to avoid "self-stigma"

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