@article{7764d43ccbff475982e6044df661da91,
title = "Differences in perceived stigma by addictive behaviors: a gender-based analysis",
abstract = "Background. It has been shown that addictions are stigmatized and that this stigma affects a person{\textquoteright}s well-being and treatment-seeking. This study aims to analyze whether individuals exhibiting various addictive behaviors –specifically alcohol use, drug use, gambling, gaming, and compulsive buying– experience greater levels of perceived stigma than those without such issues. Additionally, the study aims to examine differences in stigma based on sex. Methods. The sample consisted of a total of 136 participants from the general population. The participants{\textquoteright} age ranged from 18 to 63 years (Mage = 42.13; SD = 9.32), and 78.7\% were female. Results. There are significant differences in discrimination and disclosure between individuals who report problematic use of illegal substances and gaming and those who do not. For women, significant differences were found in discrimination and positive aspects subscale based on problematic use of illegal substance use and gaming. Among male population, there were significant differences between men with compulsive buying in discrimination and positive aspects compared to non-problematic use. Conclusion. Identifying the populations that are most susceptible to stigma is crucial for developing effective strategies for its prevention and reducing potential detrimental consequences. ",
author = "Nerea Exaburu and Gema Alonso and \{Portela Gobba\}, \{Mayda Alejandra\} and Ana Estevez",
year = "2026",
month = may,
doi = "10.5093/anyes2026a4",
language = "Espa{\~n}ol",
volume = "32",
pages = "28--33",
journal = "Ansiedad y Estres",
issn = "1134-7937",
publisher = "Spanish Society for the Study of Anxiety and Stress (SEAS)",
number = "1",
}