REXFORD AMOAH

University Of Cape Coast, Ghana, Department of Accounting and Finance, Undergraduate

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Stigma Associated With Sickle Cell Disease in Kumasi, Ghana

Journal of Transcultural Nursing, 2021

Introduction People with sickle cell disease (SCD) often face stigmatization in Ghana and elsewhe... more Introduction People with sickle cell disease (SCD) often face stigmatization in Ghana and elsewhere in Africa. Research is needed to understand whether it is necessary to design an SCD stigma reduction program in the Ghanaian setting. The aim of this study was to explore the perception of stigmatization for adults with SCD in Kumasi, Ghana. Methodology Using in-depth qualitative interviews, researchers conducted a phenomenological study to investigate the perception of stigmatization for people with SCD in Kumasi, Ghana. Snowball and purposive sampling was used to identify the participants. Results Participants ( n = 12) were mostly female, Akan, and Christian. Researchers categorized three main themes: (a) Feelings of social isolation, (b) Fear of disclosure, and (c) Bullying about physical appearance. Discussion The findings highlight the need to develop effective strategies to counteract stigma. Transcultural health care providers can implement stigma reduction interventions that...

Caregiver Perception of Sickle Cell Disease Stigma in Ghana: An Ecological Approach

Journal of Pediatric Health Care, 2021

Introduction: Sickle cell disease (SCD) stigma is a major community health issue. The challenges ... more Introduction: Sickle cell disease (SCD) stigma is a major community health issue. The challenges of caring for someone with SCD can be overwhelming. We explored stigma and related factors for caregivers of pediatric patients with SCD in Kumasi, Ghana. Method: Guided by the Ecological Systems Theory, we used indepth interviews with a semistructured guide to learn about the perception of stigmatization for Ghanaian caregivers of patients with SCD. Results: Overall, participants were knowledgeable about SCD. We identified three themes, including (1) blame for SCD, (2) public misconception about SCD, and (3) shame for the financial burden of SCD. Discussion: Findings demonstrate the need to design an SCD stigma reduction program for caregivers, families, and the community. Providers need to consider SCD stigma and interaction with multiple ecological levels, including the family, community, health care system, culture, and health policy in Ghana. Findings can be used as a catalyst to explore the reduction of stigmatization in other sub-Saharan countries. J Pediatr Health Care. (2020) XX,

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Stigma Associated With Sickle Cell Disease in Kumasi, Ghana

Journal of Transcultural Nursing, 2021

Caregiver Perception of Sickle Cell Disease Stigma in Ghana: An Ecological Approach

Journal of Pediatric Health Care, 2021

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Ordinary Differential Equations: Graduate Level Problems and Solutions

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