Socio-economic factors associated with mental health disorders in Fort Portal, western Uganda

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作者
Hawkins, Charlotte [1 ]
Bwanika, John M. [2 ]
Ibanda, Martin [3 ]
机构
[1] UCL, Dept Anthropol, London, England
[2] Med Concierge Grp Ltd, Kampala, Uganda
[3] Ft Portal Reg Referral Hosp, Mental Hlth Unit, Ft Portal, Uganda
关键词
mental health; mental health services; stigma; economic stress; outreach; Uganda;
D O I
10.4102/sajpsychiatry.v26i0.1391
中图分类号
R749 [精神病学];
学科分类号
100205 ;
摘要
Background: Mental health disorders, which are interlinked with social issues such as poverty and stigma, present a significant burden in Uganda. Aim: This article explores perceptions about and experiences of mental health disorders in western Uganda, particularly as they pertain to the socio-economic context. Setting: The research was conducted in the mental health unit at the Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, Kabarole District, Uganda. Method: This article is based on qualitative anthropological research conducted from January to March 2017, including 49 semi-structured interviews about ideas and determinants of mental health, with health workers, former mental health service users, their relatives and influential community members. Results: Many interviewees felt that mental health disorders are an increasing problem in their community. Economic challenges, such as poverty, unemployment and financial stress, are seen as both a cause and a consequence of mental illness. Mental health challenges can be exacerbated by shortages in mental healthcare, which are shown to be complexly interrelated with stigma. Conclusion: This article provides an insight into mental health experiences in Fort Portal based on the perspectives of various interviewees. Further funding and research are recommended to inform contextually appropriate services.
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