scholarly journals Mental health experiences of mothers in Jos, Nigeria: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 205031212097071
Author(s):  
Dung Ezekiel Jidong ◽  
Nusrat Husain ◽  
Christopher Francis ◽  
Maisha Murshed ◽  
Ayesha Roche ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Maternal Mental Health ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Limited Knowledge

Objectives: There is an increasing mental health disease burden in mothers with infants and young children, especially in low- and middle-income countries such as Nigeria. Children of distressed mothers suffer early-life exposure from the effects of maternal distress which contributes to the risk of physical and mental health problems in their childhood and beyond. This study explored mental health lived experiences of mothers in Jos, Nigeria. Methods: Purposive and Snowball sampling techniques were adopted, and a total of 40 mothers participated with 8 to 11 participants in one of the four focus group discussions. Participants were between the ages of 18 and 43 years, self-identified as mothers with each having a child between the ages of 3 and 48 months. Each focus group lasted approximately 60 minutes and was audio-recorded. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. Results: Three overarching themes emerged from the data set such as (1) experience of persisting psychological distress from the time of labour/birth; (2) cultural practices that influence feelings; and (3) anxiety due to limited knowledge about childcare, access to support and healthy food. Conclusion: Maternal mental health in Nigeria is under-researched and distressed mothers have limited knowledge about evidence-based early child development. The study recommends developing and testing culturally appropriate parenting interventions in Jos, Nigeria. This is likely to be beneficial for the mother and may also improve child health outcomes.

scholarly journals Understanding the lived experiences of Healthcare Professionals during the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Interpretative phenomenological analysis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily McGlinchey ◽  
Catherine Hitch ◽  
Sarah Butter ◽  
Laura Mccaughey ◽  
Emma Berry ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Northern Ireland ◽  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Qualitative Methodologies

Background: Little research has examined mental health and well-being in the context of healthcare professionals (HCP) working during the COVID-19 pandemic within the UK. To our knowledge, no research has employed qualitative methodologies in order to examine this. We therefore aim to address this gap in research by qualitatively examining the lived experiences of HCPs in Northern Ireland, working during the early stages of the pandemic and lockdown period (14.04.20 and 29.04.20).Method: Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) was used to qualitatively examine the lived experiences of healthcare professionals, who were working during the COVID-19 outbreak. Ten HCPs were recruited via a social media campaign and snowball sampling. All interviews were conducted via telephone and transcribed verbatim. Results: Three superordinate themes with subordinate themes were elicited through the analysis. Theme one broadly captured present and future challenges of HCPs working during the pandemic. Theme two captured the mental health and wellbeing of HCPs and theme three captured HCPs’ perceptions of the attitudes of the general public towards HCPs. Conclusions: To the authors’ knowledge this is the first study to explore in depth, the unique experiences of frontline HCPs in Northern Ireland, offering a detailed account of the challenges confronted in these unprecedented circumstances and highlighting support needs within this cohort.

scholarly journals Lived experiences of Indian Youth amid COVID-19 crisis: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

2020 ◽  
pp. 002076402096602
Author(s):  
Alina Suhail ◽  
Naved Iqbal ◽  
Jonathan Smith
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Current Crisis ◽  
Ways Of Coping ◽  
Depth Analysis ◽  
The Impact

Background: COVID-19 and the resultant lockdowns have caused a global discomposure. Out of a plethora of ramifications of this unusual state, mental health problems are becoming a serious concern. Considering the peculiarity of the situation, encapsulation of the lived experiences of people affected by COVID-19 may lead us towards a better understanding and control of the situation. Aim: The aim of the present study was to get an in-depth analysis of the lived experiences of Indian youth amid COVID-19 crisis and its impact on their mental health. Method: Ten college going students were telephonically interviewed using a semi-structured interview schedule to elicit participants’ experiences with COVID-19 and the impact it has posed on their mental health. Transcripts were analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Results: The analysis revealed three master themes: (1) ‘Impact on mental health’, (2) ‘Positive experiences’ and (3) ‘Ways of coping amid the crisis’. Conclusion: The study draws attention to the mental health concerns of Indian youth amid the current crisis. The findings also highlight the positive outcomes of the crisis as well as the different ways of coping adopted by young individuals in India.

scholarly journals “It’s a Big Family Here.” Becoming and Belonging in a Service Providing Employment-Related Support for People with Mental Health Problems: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nisha Chauhan ◽  
Dawn Leeming ◽  
John Wattis
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Lived Experience ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Supported Employment ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
The Impact

AbstractThe impact of employment for individuals with mental health problems is complex. However, research suggests that when support is provided for accessing employment and gaining roles and skills that are valued by others, a positive effect can be seen on recovery. Employment-related support can take many forms and there is a need for further research into the experience of accessing different kinds of services. The current paper examines the lived experience of 11 people participating in a UK social enterprise providing work experience, training, and skills development for those with mental health problems. Although ‘sheltered’, the organisational ethos strongly emphasised service-user empowerment, co-production, equality with staff, provision of valued social roles and person-centred support. Phenomenological analysis revealed that participants valued a sense of belonging and authentic relationships within the service, whilst being given the opportunity to rediscover an identity that may have been lost because of their mental health problem. However, participants also discussed how, although the service improved their self-value, some feared the ‘real world’ outside of the service and were unsure whether they would be met with the same support. Tensions between field dominant approaches in supported employment and the experiences and values of the participants are explored. We argue that the findings highlight the importance of a nurturing working environment and the value for recovery of a range of meaningful roles, beyond competitive employment.

From end user to provider: making sense of becoming a peer support worker using interpretative phenomenological analysis

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 83-92 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gemma Dyble ◽  
Anna Tickle ◽  
Christine Collinson
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – There has been extensive growth in the employment of mental health peer support workers (PSWs) over the last decade. However, limited research exists when exploring how PSWs make sense of the transition of entering and enacting the role. The purpose of this paper is to explore the lived experience of NHS employed PSWs’ transition from their own experiences of mental health problems to provide a service to support individuals with their mental health problems. Design/methodology/approach – The study used purposive sampling to recruit seven participants who were individually interviewed using a semi-structured interview schedule. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). Findings – Three superordinate themes were identified: fluctuating identities, PSW role and organisational culture. These were interpreted as interdependent with interrelating subordinate themes. Research limitations/implications – Participants considered the complex, idiosyncratic and changeable nature of the transitions and the impact on their individual, interpersonal and collective identities. Emotional and practical support appeared to assist the transition whilst competing roles and blurred boundaries constrained the enactment of the new role. Implications for practice and research are provided. Originality/value – Reports on original research and adds to the sparse UK literature in this area.

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