Family members' experiences of supporting black and South Asian women with perinatal mental illness: a qualitative study in the UK.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Women from Black and South Asian backgrounds with perinatal mental health difficulties face significant barriers to accessing healthcare. Clinical guidelines recommend that services collaborate with families, as they not only influence women's decisions to seek help and engage with care but also serve as a vital source of support. However, family members' experiences in providing this support remain poorly understood. This study aims to address this evidence gap.

Methods

Individual semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with family members of Black and South Asian women who had experienced moderate to severe perinatal mental illness. The interviews explored the family members' experiences, the personal impact of their relative's condition, and their

SUBMITTER: Bicknell S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11984260 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature