@article{ref1,
title="Self-perceived stigma, depressive symptoms, and suicidal behaviors among female sex workers in China",
journal="Journal of transcultural nursing",
year="2010",
author="Hong, Youlian and Fang, Xiaoyi and Li, Xiaoming and Liu, Yang and Li, Mingquiang and Tai-Seale, Tom",
volume="21",
number="1",
pages="29-34",
abstract="Data regarding female sex workers' (FSWs) self-perceived stigma and their mental health are limited, particularly in developing countries. This study, using a cross-sectional survey among 310 FSWs in China, addresses this issue. Data indicate that most of these FSWs had medium to high levels of self-perceived stigma, 30% had elevated depressive symptoms, 18% had suicidal ideation, and 9% had suicidal attempt in the past 6 months. After controlling for potential confounders, FSWs' high-level self-perceived stigma was significantly associated with their poor mental health. The authors call for culturally appropriate approaches to reduce stigma and promote psychological well-being among this marginalized and vulnerable population.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1043-6596",
doi="10.1177/1043659609349063",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1043659609349063"
}