scholarly journals What social determinants outside paid work are related to development of mental health during life? An integrative review of results from the Northern Swedish Cohort

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shirin Ziaei ◽  
Anne Hammarström
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Determinants ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Adult Life ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Macro Level ◽  
Paid Work ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Swedish Cohort

Abstract Background Despite global increase in burden of mental health conditions, longitudinal studies on factors related to development of mental health are scarce. Particularly integrated understanding of how factors at each level of ecological system interact to influence mental health of individuals during their life is missing. Both work and outside work (life beyond work) spheres are two important areas in human life which can have independent effects on mental health of individuals. In this integrative review, we aimed to synthesis findings about social determinants outside paid work that are related to development of mental health during life in a 27-year prospective Swedish Cohort study by using Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory. Methods The material for this paper consists of all mental health related papers within Northern Swedish Cohort. Papers related to outside paid work exposures of life circumstances were selected. An integrative review was conducted on 27 papers and deductive qualitative content analysis in relation to Bronfenbrenner ecological framework was performed to identify the main themes. Results The results of this review showed that class structures and gender order at macro-level permeated into all other levels and finally became embodied in the individuals as symptoms of mental health during life. At the “exo-level” neighbourhood disadvantage was related to mental ill-health of individuals. The importance of parental interaction with other settings, like school, for mental health of individuals was highlighted at “meso-level”. At “micro-level” poor social relationships; social and material adversities and inequality in gender relations during adult life were related to mental ill-health. Conclusion We found mental health of individuals to be related to both unique and common factors manifesting at different socio-ecological levels. Social structures at the macro-level namely class structures and gender order permeate all other levels and eventually become embodied in the individuals as symptoms of mental health during life. Interventions addressing gender and class related inequalities might be of importance for improving mental health of individuals during their life.

scholarly journals Social determinants of depression: association with age, gender and primary health care model

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
J China
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Social Determinants ◽  
Care Physician ◽  
Health Policies ◽  
Age And Gender ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Primary Health Care Physician

Abstract Background Depression is one of the most common mental disorders worldwide and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of disease. The social determinants of age, gender and access to a primary health care physician have been identified as significant determinants of variability in the prevalence of depression. This research evaluates the association between depression and these social determinants in the city of Almada, in Portugal. Methods This cross-sectional study reports the one-month prevalence (December, 2015) of depression and its association with age, gender and access to a primary health care doctor in Almada's primary health care population. Data was collected from the 'Information System of the Regional Health Administration' (SIARS) database. The diagnostic tools used for the identification of cases were the ICPC-2 codes 'P76: Depressive Disorder' and 'P03: Feeling Depressed'. An odds ratio was applied as an association measure. Results Regarding gender and age: women are more likely to develop depression than men (OR 3.21) and the age group of 40-64 years is more likely to develop depression compared with other age groups (OR 2.21). The odds of being affected by depression for patients with a permanent primary health care physician, compared with users without a permanent primary health care physician, are higher (OR 2.24). Conclusions The patterns of association of age and gender, uncovered in this dataset, are consistent with previously reported findings for other Western countries. The association between depression and the assignment of a permanent primary health care doctor is highly significant. This finding suggests the existence of a higher detection rate of depression in patients with a permanent doctor and adds weight to the need to implement health policies that guarantee a primary health care physician for each patient. Key messages The age and gender gap in depression calls for stronger public health and intersectoral strategies to promote and protect mental health, in community-based settings. Reducing barriers and enhancing access to high-quality primary medical care must be a cornerstone of mental health policies.

Mental health in Ecuadorian migrants from a population-based survey: the importance of social determinants and gender roles

2010 ◽  
Vol 46 (11) ◽  
pp. 1143-1152 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julia Del Amo ◽  
Inma Jarrín ◽  
Ana García-Fulgueiras ◽  
Vicente Ibáñez-Rojo ◽  
Débora Alvarez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Gender Roles ◽  
Social Determinants ◽  
Population Based ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Population Based Survey

Evidence of sexual orientation and gender differences in mental health outcomes for violent crime victims

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert J. Cramer ◽  
Martha Shumway ◽  
Amanda M. Amacker ◽  
Dale E. McNiel ◽  
Sarah Holley ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Sexual Orientation ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Violent Crime ◽  
Crime Victims ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes ◽  
And Gender

The impact of economic crisis on mental and physical health in Italy

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (02) ◽  
pp. 103-110
Author(s):  
S. Tomassi ◽  
M. Ruggeri
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Economic Crisis ◽  
Social Determinants ◽  
Great Recession ◽  
Economic Recession ◽  
Behavioural Disorders ◽  
Economic Activities ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mental And Physical Health

Summary Background: The global crisis that began in 2007 has been the most prolonged economic recession since 1929. It has caused worldwide tangible costs in terms of cuts in employment and income, which have been widely recognised also as major social determinants of mental health (1, 2). The so-called “Great Recession” has disproportionately affected the most vulnerable part of society of the whole Eurozone (3). Across Europe, an increase in suicides and deaths rates due to mental and behavioural disorders was reported among those who lost their jobs, houses and economic activities as a consequence of the crisis.

The Role of Resilience in Sexual and Gender Minority Mental Health

2020 ◽  
pp. 428-442
Author(s):  
Dawn M. Szymanski ◽  
Kirsten A. Gonzalez
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Minority Stress ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Stigma ◽  
Therapeutic Interventions ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Minority Mental Health ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Structural Levels

Many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are able to persevere and flourish despite pervasive social stigma and minority stress based on their sexual orientation and gender identity. This chapter reviews the research on LGBTQ resilience that can occur at individual, interpersonal/family, community, and contextual/structural levels. The authors describe qualitative research that has examined pathways to resilience and positive LGBTQ identity. The authors also review quantitative research on LGBTQ resilience via mediator, moderator, and moderated mediation models. Variables are described that have been found to explain or buffer the links between external and internalized minority stressors and mental health outcomes. The authors review the small but growing body of research that has begun to examine the efficacy of therapeutic interventions aimed at promoting LGBTQ resilience. Limitations are discussed and directions for future research are suggested.

Sexual and Gender Minority Mental Health among Children and Youth

2020 ◽  
pp. 228-243
Author(s):  
Jessica N. Fish ◽  
Laura Baams ◽  
Jenifer K. McGuire
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Young People ◽  
Mental Health Treatment ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Youth Mental Health ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Gender Minority ◽  
The World ◽  
Sexual And Gender Minority ◽  
And Gender

Sexual and gender minority (SGM) young people are coming of age at a time of dynamic social and political changes with regard to LGBTQ rights and visibility around the world. And yet, contemporary cohorts of SGM youth continue to evidence the same degree of compromised mental health demonstrated by SGM youth of past decades. The authors review the current research on SGM youth mental health, with careful attention to the developmental and contextual characteristics that complicate, support, and thwart mental health for SGM young people. Given a large and rapidly growing body of science in this area, the authors strategically review research that reflects the prevalence of these issues in countries around the world but also concentrate on how mental health concerns among SGM children and youth are shaped by experiences with schools, families, and communities. Promising mental health treatment strategies for this population are reviewed. The chapter ends with a focus on understudied areas in the SGM youth mental health literature, which may offer promising solutions to combat SGM population health disparities and promote mental health among SGM young people during adolescence and as they age across the life course.

Introduction

2020 ◽  
pp. xvi-8
Author(s):  
Esther D. Rothblum
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Clinical Social Work ◽  
Psychiatric Nursing ◽  
Health Programs ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Gender Minority ◽  
Minority Mental Health ◽  
Sexual And Gender Minority ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Mental Health Programs

The Oxford Handbook of Sexual and Gender Minority Mental Health provides an overview of the current research on the mental health of sexual and gender minority (SGM) populations. It is aimed at researchers conducting studies on the mental health of SGM populations, clinicians and researchers interested in psychiatric disorders that affect SGM populations, clinicians using evidence-based practice in the treatment of SGM patients/clients, students in mental health programs (clinical psychology, psychiatry, clinical social work, and psychiatric nursing), and policymakers. This chapter defines some terms and provides an overview of current and past SGM research methods.

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