Positive mental health and mental health stigma: A qualitative study assessing student attitudes

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca A. Vidourek ◽  
Michelle Burbage
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Student Attitudes ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Stigma

Prison libraries serving the ‘whole person’: A qualitative study

2021 ◽  
pp. 096100062110089
Author(s):  
Shreya Mishra ◽  
Manosi Chaudhuri ◽  
Ajoy Kumar Dey ◽  
Rishi Tiwari ◽  
Rupali Singh
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Life Experience ◽  
Uttar Pradesh ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
The State ◽  
Making Meaning ◽  
Whole Person

Incarceration is a traumatic life experience for both convicted and non-convicted individuals and life in prison is not easy to get through. However, prison administrations often establish different avenues for the prisoners to help them navigate through their incarceration. One such avenue is prison libraries. This study explores the influence of the prison library in the lives of eight incarcerated individuals, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. The study is based on the concept of the ‘whole person librarianship’ while using a phenomenological approach. The analysis resulted in the emergence of three broad themes: ‘Coming to term with incarceration’, ‘Library, a ray of hope’ and ‘Reinventing self through books’. The study expands our understanding of how the prison library can be a place that reduces stress and increases positive mental health by serving the ‘whole person’. Furthermore, it reduces stress and anxiety related to the state of liminality created by incarceration and gives inmates a purpose beyond prison. Thus, it helps them in making meaning of their situation, being mindful of themselves and their surroundings, healing them in the process, and supports their well-being. The findings suggest that books help the inmates to navigate their lives during incarceration.

scholarly journals Positive Mental Health from the perspective of Iranian society: A qualitative study

F1000Research ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 103
Author(s):  
Arash Mirabzadeh ◽  
Monir Baradaran Eftekhari ◽  
Katayoun Falahat ◽  
Homeira Sajjadi ◽  
Meroe Vameghi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
World Health ◽  
Positive Energy ◽  
Community Based Programs ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Old Men

Background: According to the World Health Organization, mental health relates, not only to the absence of mental disorder, but also to Positive Mental Health. Studies have shown that promoting positive mental health, not only reduces the prevalence and incidence of mental disorders, but also affects the process of treatment and reduces related burden. However, this concept has different interpretations in different cultures, and in many societies, mental health is still considered the absence of mental illness. Thus, the present study was conducted to provide an in-depth understanding of Iranian adults` perspective towards the concept of positive mental health. Materials and Methods: In the present qualitative study, eight focus group discussions (6 to 8 adults in each session) were held consisting of 30 to 60 year-old men and women from Tehran. Data were analyzed in "DeDoose" qualitative software using content analysis. Results: According to the data obtained, participants found no difference between positive mental health and mental health, mostly equating it to the absence of mental disorders and having positive energy, peace in and satisfaction with life. According to the results, positive mental health has four domains of emotional/psychological, spiritual, social, and life skills. Conclusion: Understanding an individual’s positive mental health concepts culturally and providing appropriate community based programs can significantly promote the mental health of the community.

Caring and thriving: An international qualitative study of caregivers of orphaned and vulnerable children and strategies to sustain positive mental health

2019 ◽  
Vol 98 ◽  
pp. 143-153 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rae Jean Proeschold-Bell ◽  
Nneka Jebose Molokwu ◽  
Corey L.M. Keyes ◽  
Malik Muhammad Sohail ◽  
David E. Eagle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
Vulnerable Children ◽  
Orphaned And Vulnerable Children

A qualitative study of the perceptions of mental health among the Traveller community in Ireland

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacopo Villani ◽  
Margaret M Barry
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Stigma ◽  
Minority Ethnic Group ◽  
Emotional Wellbeing ◽  
Self Identity ◽  
Social And Emotional ◽  
Health Community ◽  
Socially Excluded

Summary Irish Travellers are a minority ethnic group who experience a high prevalence of mental health problems and a rate of suicide six times higher compared to the general Irish population. This study explores Travellers’ perceptions of mental health and its determinants. It also identifies the most relevant factors for promoting positive mental health and wellbeing among this socially excluded group. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed to explore participants’ perceptions of mental health and mental health needs. Four focus groups were conducted with a total of 25 adult members of the Travelling community. Inductive thematic analysis was undertaken to identify and interpret the main themes emerging from the participants’ responses. Travellers conceptualize mental health mostly in negative terms and showed a lack of awareness of the concept of positive mental health. Travellers showed a strong awareness of the social determinants of mental health identifying employment, better education, suitable accommodation, a reduction of discrimination and improved trust and social cohesion as important determinants that need to be addressed to improve their mental health status. The centrality of cultural identity and social–emotional skills emerged as key factors in promoting positive mental health among Travellers. The findings suggest that Travellers’ mental health is multidimensional and requires a socio-ecological approach that addresses the wider determinants of health. Community mental health promotion initiatives should focus on reducing discrimination, enhancing social and emotional wellbeing and self-esteem, improvement of living conditions, reduced mental health stigma, and the promotion of Traveller culture and positive self-identity.

scholarly journals Priorities of positive mental health promotion in the Iranian community: a qualitative study

10.19082/7120 ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 7120-7131
Author(s):  
Monir Baradaran Eftekhari ◽  
Arash Mirabzadeh ◽  
Katayoun Falahat ◽  
Homeira Sajjadi ◽  
Meroe Vameghi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Promotion ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Mental Health Promotion ◽  
Positive Mental Health

scholarly journals Positive Mental Health from the perspective of Iranian society: A qualitative study

F1000Research ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arash Mirabzadeh ◽  
Monir Baradaran Eftekhari ◽  
Katayoun Falahat ◽  
Homeira Sajjadi ◽  
Meroe Vameghi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
World Health ◽  
Positive Energy ◽  
Community Based Programs ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Old Men

Background: According to the World Health Organization, mental health relates, not only to the absence of mental disorder, but also to Positive Mental Health. Studies have shown that promoting positive mental health, not only reduces the prevalence and incidence of mental disorders, but also affects the process of treatment and reduces related burden. However, this concept has different interpretations in different cultures, and in many societies, mental health is still considered the absence of mental illness. Thus, the present study was conducted to provide an in-depth understanding of Iranian adults` perspective towards the concept of positive mental health. Materials and Methods: In the present qualitative study, eight focus group discussions (6 to 8 adults in each session) were held consisting of 30 to 60 year-old men and women from Tehran. Data were analyzed in "DeDoose" qualitative software using content analysis. Results: According to the data obtained, participants found no difference between positive mental health and mental health, mostly equating it to the absence of mental disorders and having positive energy, peace in and satisfaction with life. According to the results, positive mental health has four domains of emotional/psychological, spiritual, social, and life skills. Conclusion: Understanding an individual’s positive mental health concepts culturally and providing appropriate community based programs can significantly promote the mental health of the community.

Suicide Attempters, Suicide Ideators, and Non-Ideators

Crisis ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (4) ◽  
pp. 294-297 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tobias Teismann ◽  
Laura Paashaus ◽  
Paula Siegmann ◽  
Peter Nyhuis ◽  
Marcus Wolter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Protective Factors ◽  
Suicide Ideation ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Reasons For Living ◽  
Suicide Attempters

Abstract. Background: Suicide ideation is a prerequisite for suicide attempts. However, the majority of ideators will never act on their thoughts. It is therefore crucial to understand factors that differentiate those who consider suicide from those who make suicide attempts. Aim: Our aim was to investigate the role of protective factors in differentiating non-ideators, suicide ideators, and suicide attempters. Method: Inpatients without suicide ideation ( n = 32) were compared with inpatients with current suicide ideation ( n = 37) and with inpatients with current suicide ideation and a lifetime history of suicide attempts ( n = 26) regarding positive mental health, self-esteem, trust in higher guidance, social support, and reasons for living. Results: Non-ideators reported more positive mental health, social support, reasons for living, and self-esteem than suicide ideators and suicide attempters did. No group differences were found regarding trust in higher guidance. Suicide ideators and suicide attempters did not differ regarding any of the study variables. Limitations: Results stem from a cross-sectional study of suicide attempts; thus, neither directionality nor generalizability to fatal suicide attempts can be determined. Conclusion: Various protective factors are best characterized to distinguish ideators from nonsuicidal inpatients. However, the same variables seem to offer no information about the difference between ideators and attempters.

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