Teaching empathy: study tests if education can curb mental health stigma in clinics

NCT ID NCT06655792

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a short educational program could reduce stigma toward mental illness among 165 primary healthcare providers in Kirkuk City. Half attended training sessions on mental health awareness, while the other half did not. Researchers measured changes in attitudes, beliefs, and knowledge using questionnaires before and after the program.

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Locations

  • Kirkuk Department of Health - Primary Health Care Sectors

    Kirkuk, Kirkuk Governorate, 36001, Iraq

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