When stigma hurts, does self-esteem shape its impact on psychological well-being among commercial sex workers? A cross-sectional study
Journal of Health Psychology: An Interdisciplinary, International Journal
Published online on March 23, 2026
Abstract
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Drawing on the “Looking Glass Self” theory, this study investigated the harmful impact of stigma on psychological well-being among commercial sex workers in Nigeria, while examining whether self-esteem plays a moderating role in this relationship. ...
Drawing on the “Looking Glass Self” theory, this study investigated the harmful impact of stigma on psychological well-being among commercial sex workers in Nigeria, while examining whether self-esteem plays a moderating role in this relationship. ...