Responses of health and social care staff to South Asian women who attempt suicide and/or self-harm

2003 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 103-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet Batsleer ◽  
Khatidja Chantler ◽  
Erica Burman
Keyword(s):  
South Asian ◽  
Social Care ◽  
Care Staff ◽  
Asian Women ◽  
South Asian Women ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
Self Harm

Suicidal Behavior in South Asians in the UK

Crisis ◽  
2002 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 108-113 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dinesh Bhugra
Keyword(s):  
South Asian ◽  
Attempted Suicide ◽  
South Asians ◽  
Asian Women ◽  
South Asian Women ◽  
Hypothetical Model ◽  
Deliberate Self Harm ◽  
Cultural Alienation ◽  
Self Harm ◽  
The Uk

Summary: Rates of deliberate self-harm have been reported to be higher among South Asians, especially women, in the UK. Two studies collected information on inception rates of deliberate self-harm in the UK and reported that rates of attempted suicide are much higher among South Asian women especially those aged 18-24. These rates are associated with high rates of cultural alienation and previous attempts. The implications of cultural conflict are discussed in this context. In addition, a hypothetical model of interrelationship of factors for both adults and adolescents is described.

South Asian women, psychological distress and self-harm: lessons for primary care trusts

2002 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 339-347 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn Chew-Graham ◽  
Col Bashir ◽  
Khatidja Chantler ◽  
Erica Burman ◽  
Janet Batsleer
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
South Asian ◽  
Asian Women ◽  
South Asian Women ◽  
Self Harm

Developing interventions for prevention of self-harm for British South Asian women: A qualitative study

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. S600-S600
Author(s):  
N. Husain ◽  
F. Lunat ◽  
N. Gire ◽  
S. Bin Bilal Hafi ◽  
M.I. Husain ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
South Asian ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Asian Women ◽  
Service Improvement ◽  
South Asian Women ◽  
Problem Solving Therapy ◽  
Culturally Adapted ◽  
Self Harm

IntroductionIt has been estimated that the global burden of suicide is a million deaths per year (WHO, 2014). Rates of self-harm in British South Asian (BSA) women are higher compared to their white counterparts. Limited evidence is available on effective preventative strategies and culturally sensitive interventions for these patients.ObjectiveTo understand common perceptions about self-harm, identify any barriers to accessing services and service improvement recommendations including appropriate interventions for BSA women.AimTo examine the views of health professionals on the culturally adapted problem solving therapy (C-MAP) in BSA women.MethodsThe design was a qualitative study using focus group discussion. This is part of a larger exploratory trial, to test a culturally adapted problem solving therapy (C-MAP) in British South Asian women who have a history of self-harm (Husain et al., 2011). Three focus groups were held with Asian lay members of the community, health professionals and service users. The data was analysed using a manual content analysis and indexing technique.ResultsResults showed lack of identification of self-harm by health professionals. Common self-harm methods reported were serious overdoses, use of household chemicals, burning and cutting. Lack of trust in GP s was one common reason for non-disclosure of self-harm behaviour. Need for increased awareness, working along with local Imams, better cultural sensitivity among health professionals and non-judgmental support were some solutions offered to address these barriers.ConclusionThe results of this study have provided insight into developing strategies to prevent and manage self-harm in British South Asian women.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

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