scholarly journals Immigration, acculturation, and preferred help-seeking sources for depression. Comparison of five ethnic groups

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valeria Markova ◽  
Gro Mjeldheim Sandal ◽  
Ståle Pallesen
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Ethnic Differences ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Religious Leader ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Student Sample ◽  
Majority Population ◽  
Acculturation Orientation

Abstract Background: Immigrants are more likely than the majority population to have unmet needs for public mental health services. This study aims to understand potential ethnic differences in preferred help-seeking sources for depression in Norway, and how such preferences relate to acculturation orientation. Methods: A convenience sample of immigrants from Russia ( n =164), Poland ( n =127), Pakistan ( n =128), and Somalia ( n =114), and Norwegian students ( n =250) completed a survey. The sample was recruited from social media platforms, emails, and direct contact. The survey consisted of a vignette describing a moderately depressed person. Respondents were asked to provide advice to the person by completing a modified version of the General Help-Seeking Questionnaire. The immigrant sample also responded to questions about acculturation orientation using the Vancouver Index of Acculturation Scale. Results: Significant differences were found in the endorsement of traditional (e.g., religious leader), informal (e.g., family), and semiformal (e.g., internet forum) help-sources between immigrant groups, and between immigrant groups and the Norwegian respondent group. Immigrants from Pakistan and Somalia endorsed traditional help sources to a greater extent than immigrants from Russia and Poland, and the Norwegian student sample. There were no ethnic differences in endorsement of formal mental help sources (e.g., a medical doctor). Maintenance of the culture of origin as the acculturation orientation was associated with preferences for traditional and informal help sources, while the adoption of mainstream culture was associated with semiformal and formal help-seeking sources. Conclusion: Ethnic differences in help-seeking sources need to be considered when designing and implementing mental health services.

scholarly journals Immigration, acculturation, and preferred help-seeking sources for depression. Comparison of five ethnic groups

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valeria Markova ◽  
Gro Mjeldheim Sandal ◽  
Ståle Pallesen
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Ethnic Differences ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Public Mental Health ◽  
Religious Leader ◽  
Student Sample ◽  
Majority Population ◽  
Acculturation Orientation

Abstract Background : Immigrants are more likely than the majority population to have unmet needs for public mental health services. This study aims to understand potential ethnic differences in preferred help-seeking sources for depression in Norway, and how such preferences relate to acculturation orientation. Methods: A survey was administered to immigrants from Russia (n=164), Poland (n=127), Pakistan (n=128), and Somalia (n=114), and to Norwegian students (n=248). The survey consisted of a vignette describing a moderately depressed person. Respondents were asked to provide advice to the person by completing a modified version of the General Help-Seeking Questionnaire. The immigrant sample also responded to questions about acculturation orientation using the Vancouver Acculturation Scale. Results: Significant differences were found in endorsement of traditional (e.g., religious leader), informal (e.g., family), and semiformal (e.g., internet forum) help-sources between immigrant groups, and between immigrant groups and the Norwegian respondent group. Immigrants from Pakistan and Somalia endorsed traditional help sources to a greater extent than immigrants from Russia and Poland, and the Norwegian student sample. There were no ethnic differences in endorsement of formal mental help sources (e.g., a medical doctor). Maintenance of the culture of origin as the acculturation orientation was associated with preferences for traditional and informal help sources, while adoption of mainstream culture was associated with semiformal and formal help-seeking sources. Conclusion: Ethnic differences in help-seeking sources need to be considered when designing and implementing mental health services.

The Influence of Social Support, Help-Seeking Attitudes and Help-Seeking Intentions on Older Australians’ use of Mental Health Services for Depression and Anxiety Symptoms

2021 ◽  
pp. 009141502110508
Author(s):  
Susan Jane Bretherton
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Service Use ◽  
Anxiety Symptoms ◽  
Mental Health Service Use ◽  
Health Service Use ◽  
Help Seeking Attitudes

This study investigated the influence of predisposing factors (social support, help-seeking attitudes and help-seeking intentions) on older Australian adults’ use of mental health services for depression and/or anxiety symptoms. Participants were 214 older Australian adults (61% female; aged between 60 and 96 years; M  =  75.15 years, SD  =  8.40 years) who completed a self-report questionnaire that measured predisposing factors and lifetime mental health service use for depression and/or anxiety symptoms. Higher levels of social support predicted non-use of mental health services. When this relationship was serially mediated by help-seeking attitudes and help-seeking intentions, it predicted mental health service use for depression and/or anxiety. Older adults are less likely to seek help for depression and/or anxiety symptoms unless members of their social support network encourage positive help-seeking attitudes, which lead to positive help-seeking intentions and the subsequent use of mental health services.

scholarly journals MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES DURING THE PANDEMIC: THE EXPERIENCES OF LITHUANIAN PSYCHOLOGISTS

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 217-229
Author(s):  
Rita Vaičekauskaitė ◽  
Jurgita Babarskienė ◽  
Jūratė Grubliauskienė
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Computer Literacy ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Mental Health Crisis ◽  
Health Crisis

With the COVID-19 pandemic and its restrictions, many countries face an unprecedented mental health crisis, which is being addressed in various ways, including the use of remote mental health services. Lithuania faced two quarantines: in March-June of 2020 and starting November 2020 up to Spring of 2021.  The aim of this study is to explore the experiences of Lithuanian psychologists providing mental health services during the pandemic.  Using the qualitative content analysis method, the following categories were made: from shock to discovery of new opportunities (differences in two lockdowns, better accessibility of services, help-seeking during the pandemic, and the importance of self-care) and contextual challenges (confidentiality, computer literacy, and blurred home/work boundaries). Implications for addressing psychological service issues are discussed, with an emphasis on self-care, setting boundaries, and finding new ways to enhance mental health via mediated communication as well as to reach out to vulnerable groups.

scholarly journals Understanding barriers to accessing mental health services for newcomers to Canada using Peterborough, Ontario, as an illustrative example

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurun Layla Chowdhury
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Mental Healthcare ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Mental Illnesses ◽  
Cultural Barriers ◽  
Accurate Information

The quality of an individual’s mental health has a significant impact on their quality of life, as well as on the cost to society. Regular access to mental health services can help mitigate the risk factors of developing mental illnesses. This paper examines barriers to accessing mental health services, using the community of Peterborough, Ontario, as an example. Social, economic, and cultural barriers impact help-seeking amongst immigrants, putting them at a higher risk of developing mental disorders. The social determinants of mental health can be useful when developing policies aimed at improving utilization of mental healthcare services. Policy makers need to first focus on collecting accurate information on the population, and then developing targeted solutions to eliminate barriers such as language and employment that prevent help-seeking in immigrants.

Ethnic differences in satisfaction with mental health services among representative people with psychosis in South London: PRiSM Study 4

1997 ◽  
Vol 171 (3) ◽  
pp. 260-264 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sue E. Parkman ◽  
Sara N. Davies ◽  
Morven Leese ◽  
Michael Phelan ◽  
Graham Thornicroft
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Psychotic Disorder ◽  
Ethnic Differences ◽  
Black Caribbean ◽  
The Caribbean ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Two Sectors ◽  
White Patients

BackgroundPrevious studies show that among Black Caribbeans there is a higher prevalence of schizophrenia and higher levels of both voluntary and compulsory admissions. These suggest that Black Caribbean patients may find psychiatric services less appropriate to their needs. The aim of this study was to establish the satisfaction with mental health services of representative psychosis patients in South London, especially in relation to ethnic group.MethodA random sample of all cases of psychotic disorder identified in the two sectors was interviewed using the Verona Service Satisfaction Schedule. Questionnaires from 50 Black Caribbean patients and 134 White patients were analysed.ResultsBlack Caribbean patients, particularly those of second generation born in the UK, were significantly less satisfied with almost every aspect of the services that they received than either older Black Caribbean patients born in the Caribbean or White patients. Using multiple regression analysis it was found that among the younger Black Caribbean patients, unlike the other patients, the number of previous admissions was a significant predictor of dissatisfaction.ConclusionPatients' ratings of satisfaction with mental health services are significantly worse for UK-born Black Caribbean than other patients with psychotic disorder in South London.

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