Stigmatization research focuses on the social process by which individuals or groups are marginalized, discriminated against, or labeled as deviant based on certain characteristics or attributes. This area of research examines the impact of stigma on individuals' identities, behavior, and well-being, as well as the mechanisms through which stigmatization occurs and is perpetuated in society. Researchers in this field may investigate the causes of stigmatization, its consequences, and strategies for reducing stigma and promoting acceptance and inclusion. Stigmatization research is interdisciplinary, drawing on theories and methodologies from psychology, sociology, anthropology, and other social sciences.