Clinicians and researchers are starting to embrace an effort to develop what’s known as “shame competence” in physicians to ...

Shaming is common in medical school and unfortunately, sometimes in the doctor's office. Some doctors are trying to teach ...

Shame can lead people to avoid getting treatment for dental issues, potentially worsening oral health inequalities, a new study warns. A better understanding of dental shame could encourage more ...

Diane shares her story and discusses how shame can impact mental health. Diane shares her story and discusses how shame and embarrassment can impact mental health, acting as a barrier to those who ...

By: Dr. Lakshmi Chirumamilla Preventive health check-ups have been a regular part of the way we take care of our bodies in ...

Shame has a way of making us feel alone — like we’re the only ones in the world struggling with something. It can make us withdraw or feel depressed, out of control, and helpless. In the worst cases, ...

March for Women's Lives Organizer and Scholar to Deliver "The WEIGHT of Shame in Health Care" at the Women's Mental Health Conference at Yale NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / May 2, 2025 / As the ...

ATLANTA — An Atlanta based nonprofit is marking its 8th annual National Silence the Shame Day today, continuing its mission to educate communities about mental wellness and break the stigma ...