“…Few of the relevant studies were reviewed [25][26][27][28]. Few studies on schizophrenia were reported by Behere et al [29], Ghogare et al [30] and Modi et al [31]. Tendolkar et al reported on validation of tool [32] and assessment of psychiatric morbidity in Maharashtra [33][34][35][36][37].…”
Background: Around 7.3 per cent of the global disease burden was due to mental and behavioral problem. The majority of the load is correlated with unipolar depressive condition and certain conditions of mental health, including depression, anxiety, eating disorder, and substance use. Roughly 450 million persons are currently suffering from these disorders, and It is assessed that at some stage in their lifetime, one-four individuals in the world will be affected by mental health conditions. Mental health condition rank among the world's principal reasons of illness or impairment. Persons with most depressing condition or schizophrenia were 40 to 60 per cent more likely than the general population to die prematurely.
Aim: To identify common mental health problems among general population.
Objective: This study is planned with the objective. 1. To assess common mental health problems among general population. 2. To compare the common mental health problems among rural and urban general population. 3. To associate common mental problems, score among general population with their demographic variables.
Methodology: lt is community based cross-sectional study. Sample will be general population i.e., Male and Female of Nalwadi, Arvi Naka wardha city will be involved in this study. Sample will be selected for study as per inclusion criteria and sampling technique will be N on-Probability y convenient sampling technique. Data will be collected by demographic variables of participants Global mental health assessment Marathi tool will be distributed for assessing mental health problem need 20 min for each participant.
Conclusion: The conclusion will e drawn from the statistical analysis.
“…Few of the relevant studies were reviewed [25][26][27][28]. Few studies on schizophrenia were reported by Behere et al [29], Ghogare et al [30] and Modi et al [31]. Tendolkar et al reported on validation of tool [32] and assessment of psychiatric morbidity in Maharashtra [33][34][35][36][37].…”
Background: Around 7.3 per cent of the global disease burden was due to mental and behavioral problem. The majority of the load is correlated with unipolar depressive condition and certain conditions of mental health, including depression, anxiety, eating disorder, and substance use. Roughly 450 million persons are currently suffering from these disorders, and It is assessed that at some stage in their lifetime, one-four individuals in the world will be affected by mental health conditions. Mental health condition rank among the world's principal reasons of illness or impairment. Persons with most depressing condition or schizophrenia were 40 to 60 per cent more likely than the general population to die prematurely.
Aim: To identify common mental health problems among general population.
Objective: This study is planned with the objective. 1. To assess common mental health problems among general population. 2. To compare the common mental health problems among rural and urban general population. 3. To associate common mental problems, score among general population with their demographic variables.
Methodology: lt is community based cross-sectional study. Sample will be general population i.e., Male and Female of Nalwadi, Arvi Naka wardha city will be involved in this study. Sample will be selected for study as per inclusion criteria and sampling technique will be N on-Probability y convenient sampling technique. Data will be collected by demographic variables of participants Global mental health assessment Marathi tool will be distributed for assessing mental health problem need 20 min for each participant.
Conclusion: The conclusion will e drawn from the statistical analysis.
“…One such marginalized community is that of women for whom MH services remain a remote reality (Malhotra and Shah, 2015). Gawai and Tendolkar (2019) have highlighted that patriarchal domination in most parts of India, along with low educational levels, poverty and financial dependence of women on men, makes it difficult for women to seek health services. Furthermore, they identify ignorance, misinformation and discrimination as barriers for women seeking MH services.…”
Objectives: A significant gap is observed between the proportion of individuals suffering from mental health (MH)-related conditions and those receiving adequate MH care services, especially in rural areas. This study highlights and contextualizes MH concerns and its extant knowledge as well as gender roles in rural Maharashtra (India). Methods: Using in-depth interviews, MH themes were highlighted analytically among 72 female beneficiaries of Svatantra from the six administrative divisions (Konkan, Nashik, Pune, Aurangabad, Amravati and Nagpur) in the state of Maharashtra, India. Results: The notion that MH concerns exist among women from rural communities was well supported. Along with MH concerns, the participants reported somatic concerns in the context of adverse life experiences. Furthermore, systemic issues such as financial problems, familial concerns, presence of addictions and pressures of gender role-related responsibilities were significant triggers for MH problems. Conclusions: Overall, this study aimed at improving the understanding of the MH needs of women in rural Maharashtra, which can further catalyze an exploration of their general MH and devise suitable interventions for the same.
Impact statementThis research unravels the unique narrative of mental health (MH) concerns among women in rural Maharashtra, India. It highlights how MH concerns are understood by these women. It further emphasizes that the role of systemic stressors such as financial problems, disputes at home and one's social identity in relation to one's gender add to the MH burden. Furthermore, self-stigma was highlighted in the form of perceived incompetence in responding to the interview questions. This finding could potentially indicate a gap in the awareness around MH concerns and their treatments. We also found that the lines between physical health and MH are blurry, with the former often being used to understand the latter. We contextualize the extant literature of MH in India and also create a shared language for the same. The findings of this study can be factored into policies regarding MH in rural India, especially as the language around MH and its presentation differ in the rural parts of the country. Thus, MH programs may need to build capacity to effectively address these concerns through mediums that are most acceptable by the rural population if any tangible change is to be seen in rural MH.
“…A study by Gawai and Tendulkar ( 2019 ) suggested that married women in rural Maharashtra have little knowledge about mental health and are largely unaware of the mental health services that may be available to them. A community-based study by Srinivasan et al ( 2020 ) has shown that about 15% of adult women in some rural villages of Southern India had experienced depressive symptoms and their risk factors were associated with discordant marital life such as living separately or being widowed and being less educated and that women who experienced domestic violence had significantly higher odds of reporting depressive symptoms.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…In India, specifically in rural India, a number of barriers hinder the provision of mental health care and interventions. Gawai and Tendulkar ( 2019 ), in their study, highlighted that one of the key barriers for women seeking mental health services is stigma. They have identified stigma as a three-tier concept: lack of knowledge (ignorance and misinformation); negative attitudes (prejudice); and excluding or avoiding behaviors (discrimination).…”
This research paper focuses on the mental health needs, the need for mental health interventions and barriers in mental healthcare of women living in rural Maharashtra, India. Using a mixedmethods approach, the study has collected data from a sample of women living in the rural areas of Maharashtra through in-depth interviews. The data collected has been analyzed to identify the barriers and obstacles in mental healthcare, how the existing community support serves as a resource as well as the desire for potential mental healthcare interventions among participants. The findings of the study are expected to contribute to the development of effective mental health interventions tailored to the specific needs of women living in the rural areas of Maharashtra. Overall, this research paper aims to improve the understanding of the mental health needs of women in rural Maharashtra and provide insights for policymakers and mental health practitioners to develop effective interventions to promote their mental well-being.
Impact statementThis research study aims to understand current mental healthcare support and barriers experienced by women in rural India. By shedding light on this critical issue, this study aims to contribute to the development of targeted interventions that address the unique needs and challenges faced by these women. Additionally, on examining the existing support systems and barriers, the study identifies the gaps and challenges that prevent women from accessing adequate mental healthcare services. Ultimately, the findings of this research will contribute to bridging the gap in mental health care targeted toward women in rural India by ensuring equitable access to quality mental health support, overall improvement of mental health outcomes and the empowerment of women in rural communities.
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