The experience of seeking and accessing help from mental health services among young people of Eastern European backgrounds: A qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Most lifetime mental health problems (MHP) start before the age of 25. Yet young people-particularly those of minority backgrounds-often do not seek or access professional help. In the UK, young people of Eastern European (EE) backgrounds represent a large minority group; however, little is known about their experiences of MHP and help-seeking. In this study, we aim to understand the help-seeking process from the perspectives of EE young people.

Design

We used a qualitative study design with semi-structured individual interviews. The results were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.

Method

Twelve young people (18-25 years) of EE backgrounds, living in Oxfordshire, UK, took part. All participants had experienced a severe MHP and were identified in the

SUBMITTER: Radez J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11571270 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature