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      The psychological implications of concealing a stigma: A cognitive-affective-behavioral model.

      Psychological Bulletin
      American Psychological Association (APA)

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          Abstract

          Many assume that individuals with a hidden stigma escape the difficulties faced by individuals with a visible stigma. However, recent research has shown that individuals with a concealable stigma also face considerable stressors and psychological challenges. The ambiguity of social situations combined with the threat of potential discovery makes possessing a concealable stigma a difficult predicament for many individuals. The increasing amount of research on concealable stigmas necessitates a cohesive model for integrating relevant findings. This article offers a cognitive-affective-behavioral process model for understanding the psychological implications of concealing a stigma. It ends with discussion of potential points of intervention in the model as well as potential future routes for investigation of the model.

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          Journal
          Psychological Bulletin
          Psychological Bulletin
          American Psychological Association (APA)
          1939-1455
          0033-2909
          March 2007
          March 2007
          : 133
          : 2
          : 328-345
          Article
          10.1037/0033-2909.133.2.328
          17338603
          2a87cb8c-5e2f-4c34-a1b9-9a16b15fd41a
          © 2007
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