Sociology
Stigmatized Neighborhoods and the Spillover Effects on Resident Well-Being
Quick fact
Even after controlling for crime, income, and housing quality, residents of stigmatized neighborhoods report higher rates of anxiety, depression, and even premature aging, suggesting the stigma itself takes a toll on health.
Why this is interesting
You've probably heard a neighborhood called a 'bad part of town' — but what if that label itself, not just the crime or poverty, changes the lives of everyone who lives there?