Stigmatized Minds, Neglected Care? A Global Analysis of Schizophrenia-Related Stigma

Abstract

BackroundThe research on schizophrenia and stigma within the nursing discipline is experiencing a notable increase. This trend underscores the escalating significance of addressing schizophrenia and stigma within the nursing profession.AimThis study aimed to examine the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of publications on schizophrenia and stigma in the field of nursing from a bibliometric perspective.MethodsThe data of this bibliometric analysis. The data were retrieved using the keyword combination schizophrenia and stigma, encompassing studies published up to July 2025, the date of the study, without imposing any temporal restrictions. In this study, 290 schizophrenia and stigma research articles/reviews conducted in the field of nursing between 1997 and 2025 were identified, and 274 articles were included in accordance with the exclusion criteria.ResultsThe analysis revealed that there were 874 authors, 243 research articles, and 31 reviews/systematic review articles, with an average of 18.4 citations per publication.DiscussionThe findings indicate that, despite advancements in comprehending and addressing stigma associated with schizophrenia within the nursing profession, there remains a significant need for continued research, policy formulation, and practical interventions. It is advisable for nursing specialists to engage in further research on schizophrenia and the mechanisms of stigmatization.