The harming power of shame.
editorial · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1192/bjp.2025.10503 and PMC identifier 12695017.
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Abstract
Shame is a pervasive, multidimensional emotion influencing brain, body and social life. While shame can foster accountability, its toxic forms drive stigma, withdrawal and mental illness. We call for systemic, culturally sensitive interventions to transform phatological shame into healing, fostering empathy, accountability and psychological safety in care, education and policy.
Medical subject headings
- Mental Disorders
- Shame
- Social Stigma