Stigma as a Barrier in the Emergency Section for a Patient with Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: A Case Report

Introduction: Stigma is defined as a set of negative attitudes and beliefs toward specific conditions, such as mental disorders. Mental disorders are among the most stigmatizing conditions throughout the world. In general, the principle of stigma involves the physical health of the patients with mental conditions. Case: In this article, we presented the case of a 28-year-old single, male patient with paranoid schizophrenia and neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Stigma was a significant barrier in the emergency sections of the psychiatric and general hospitals. Conclusion: According to the results, the curricula of health education must be revised in undergraduate and postgraduate levels.