Does stigmatization moderate the association between intention and implementation of learned prevention-strategies at work after a depressive episode? - a cross-sectional pilot study.

When employees return to work after a depressive episode, it is important to address anticipated stigmatization and to develop an organizational culture that helps them to reduce their fear of stigmatization and strengthens their work ability via implementing learned prevention-strategies. The reduction of patient's anticipated stigmatization should already be considered in the therapy and reduced in cooperation with occupational physicians.