Mary I. Bresnahan

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I've read extensively in the area of stigma. Any suggestions for cutting edge studies on stigma?

I am putting together a workshop on stigma and health. I particularly like the work of Scambler and Parker & Aggleton. Does anyone have any other suggestions?

05 May 2014 4,275 19 View

Is there a solid theory to study how power influences stigma?

I thought social dominance theory might provide an alternative but this theory is ridden with controversy because of certain evolutionary claims that it makes.

10 October 2013 9,156 2 View

Is anyone studying cultural differences in the norm of reciprocity? If so, how have you measured perception of obligation?

Do people believe that obligation is aversive as Gouldner (1960) claimed or do some people prefer benevolent gratitude?

09 September 2013 4,790 4 View

How can I best measure shame?

Some of the most frequently used scales include strange items with questionable face validity.

08 August 2013 6,678 8 View