Stigma and Obesity Flashcards
Define labelling theory
Explains how deviant identities are produced in social interaction
What are the two different types of stigma?
A discredited stigma
A discreditable stigma
What is a discredited stigma?
An obvious mark that is easily perceived
What is a discreditable stigma
Secret stigma- not readily apparent and must be found out the long way
In labelling theory what is meant by primary deviance?
Ilness
In labelling theory what is meant by secondary deviance?
Society’s negative reactions- secondary deviance can lead to an illness becoming a “master status”
What is meant by felt stigma?
Refers to the fear of encountering such discrimination, together with an internalised sense of shame/ self stigmatisation
What is meant by felt stigma?
Refers to the fear of encountering such discrimination, together with an internalised sense of shame/ self stigmatisation
What is meant by courtesy stigma?
Stigma by association
What is meant by double stigma?
Stigma attached to a disease and to behaviours
What are the different types of stigma?
Technological
Personal
Organisation
Describe the concept of weight bias
Defined as negative attitude towards , and beliefs about others because of their weight
Describe the concept of obesity stigma
Involves actions against people with obesity that can cause exclusion and marginalisation and lead to inequities
What is evidence of a -ve impact of obesity stigma?
Healthcare
Employment
Education
What can be done to reduce obesity stigma?
Obesity campaign messages
Focus more on the socio-environmental determinants of obesity; too much focus has been on the individual- based approaches
