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- Characteristics and life styles of the homeless adults in the city of Porto, PortugalPublication . Marques, António; Campos, Filipa; Queiros, C.The phenomenon of homelessness is steadily increasing in urban centers, including in Porto, Portugal, which is a reality not well characterized yet. Some studies have been conducted on this issue, although few focus on the homelessness lifestyle. However this topic seems to be of great interest to study, since it is known that lifestyle affects health and long term patterns of morbidity and mortality.
- Developing a methodology for measuring readiness in mental illness recoveryPublication . Marques, António; Nogueira, T.; Queiros, C.Psychosocial Rehabilitation is actually understood as essential to promote the effective improvement of quality of life of mental ill people. Recovery is view as a process where individual plays an active role, choosing their own way. In this process, readiness is the interest, desire and motivation of the individual in his rehabilitation, being ready to change.
- Mental illness stigma in mental health professionalsPublication . Marques, António; Figueiras, J.; Queiros, C.Mental illness is still associated with myths, prejudices and stereotypes, despite the growing investment in research and treatment in this area. The stigma still one of the major obstacle to recovery of persons with severe mental illnesses. Stigma affects an individuaĺs self-esteem, increases dysfunction, and poses problems to patients with regard to housing and employment. Stigma is a culturally induced barrier to recovery. Although studies have examined experiences of stigma by users of mental health services and stigmatizing attitudes in the general public, little attention has been paid to the experiences and attitudes of mental health professionals.