Stigmatizing attitudes in nurses towards people with mental illness: a cross ‐sectional study in primary settings in Finland

DiscussionSpecial attention should be paid to nursing education and on‐the‐job training to prevent young nurses from developing stigmatized attitudes towards patients.Implications for practiceHigher confidence in nursing staff could ensure a skilled work force in areas of mental health in the future, prevent young nurses from developing a fear of patients at work and support positive attitudes towards patients with mental problems.
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research