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Guide 2. How to reduce the impact of stigma

Abstract

The second guide presents various ways to reduce the impact of stigma, discrimination and prejudice on individuals:

At the individual level of persons affected by NTDs, by using psychosocial support to develop coping mechanisms and promote resilience and self-advocacy, and through role models or champions.
At the group level of persons affected by NTDs, by creating a supportive environment through the development of support groups.
At the family level, by reducing the impact of stigma on families through family psychosocial support and family support groups.

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