Posted by noa on January 31, 2003, at 18:58:29
In reply to Re: Stigma and racism, posted by OddipusRex on January 31, 2003, at 18:36:18
I wonder if it also might have to do with access to private psychiatric care vs. public, and ability to pay out of pocket vs. by insurance. I would guess that public clinics and hospitals are more "comfortable" with the diagnosis of schizophrenia, while private psychiatrists might be likely to postpone diagnosing schizophrenia and using less stigmatic diagnoses as long as the insurance can cover the necessary treatment. Or, even moreso if the patient or family is paying out of pocket.
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