‘Mental health and self-rated health among U.S. South Asians: the role of religious group involvement’

Stroope, Samuel; Kent, Blake Victor; Zhang, Ying; Spiegelman, Donna; Kandula, Namratha R.; Schachter, Anna Boonin; Kanaya, Alka M.; Shields, Alexandra E.

doi:10.1080/13557858.2019.1661358

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“…Although this qualitative study explored participation in one particular online prayer group, the findings are in accord with previous studies that indicate the potential of religious involvement to positively influence aspects of mental health and well-being (George et al, 2002;Mouzon, 2017;Ronconi et al, 2009;Stroope et al, 2019) and the role of spirituality as a helpful coping mechanism in dealing with traumatic events (Koenig, 2012) and stressors (Oman & Thoresen, 2005;Pargament et al, 2004;Testoni et al, 2016). The analysis of the open-ended questions showed how the participants benefited from attending the online prayer group in which they felt supported during the COVID-19 social restrictions.…”

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Spirituality during COVID-19 in Northern Italy: The experience of participating in an online prayer group

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Spirituality has ascendant value during times of adversity. Religious activities have beenfound to increase spirituality, and therefore might be considered a coping resource for the individual. The present research aims to explore participants' experience in an online Catholic prayer group in northern Italy that was held throughout the period of COVID-19 social restrictions.The group comprised 16 Catholic individuals aged 34 to 85, who were interviewed in writing following a protocol of four open-ended questions. The results reported four main thematic areas: (1) the benefits of the spiritual journey while coping with the pandemic;(2) the potential of the online setting; (3) the challenges of the online setting; and (4) the bond with God and how it evolved during the pandemic. The findings confirm the valuable contribution of the on-line group religious activity to the participants'wellbeing, particularly during the time of social distancing.

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Spirituality during COVID-19 in Northern Italy: The experience of participating in an online prayer group

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“…From a clinical standpoint, since physical illness is socially acceptable when compared to mental illness SA youth and families are more likely to present with somatic manifestations of anxiety and depressive disorders (Grover & Ghosh, 2014). Similarly, it may be culturally acceptable for families to seek spiritual remedies, for example, special prayers in a place of worship (John & Williams, 2013; Stroope et al, 2019) or complementary medicine (Mehta et al, 2007) for mental health issues due to explanatory models of illness in SA immigrants in the United States being biological/medical (Kumar & Nevid, 2010) or ‘holistic’ (Tirodkar et al, 2011). Further the perception of Western medicine as being ‘too strong’ and ‘prone to side effects’ may make natural or herbal remedies (e.g., Ayurveda, Unani) and psychotherapy more attractive (Panganamala & Plummer, 1998).…”

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confidence: 99%

Engaging South Asian youth and families: A clinical review

Sharma

Shaligram

Yoon

2020

Int J Soc Psychiatry

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Objective: South Asians (SAs), a rapidly growing minority group in the United States are underrepresented in mental health research. They represent a unique sub-group of Asian immigrants in that their journey to the United States in the last 50 years was driven by the pursuit of academic and career opportunities. Our goal is to provide a topical overview of factors contributing to the mental health challenges of South Asian American (SAA) youth and to describe culturally sensitive approaches that would provide effective treatment for SAA youth and their families. Methods: We conducted a review of published literature in PubMed and PsycInfo search engines using the key words South Asian immigrants, South Asian Americans, psychological, psychiatric, mental health treatment, therapy and interventions. Results: The challenges faced by these highly educated families are distinctive in that there is a struggle to maintain ethnic identity based on collectivism while embracing American ideals of individualism. These opposing values along with model minority expectations put SAs at high risk for mental health concerns and acculturative family distancing. Furthermore, mental health stigma impedes help-seeking. Mental health practitioners must navigate the different value systems of the parent–child dyad without ostracizing either generation and deliver effective care. Hence, culturally adapted family therapy and community-based approaches may be particularly relevant in SA youth. Conclusion: Our article outlines common family attitudes and issues pertinent to mental health in youth and discusses useful clinical approaches to dealing with SAA youth and their families.

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“…Attributing mental illness to faith may present an opportunity for individuals to improve their well-being by strengthening their connection with God and engaging in religious practices. Group prayer involvement, frequent mosque attendance, consistent prayer (salah) and remembrance of God (dhikr), and seeking religious knowledge have been positively associated with mental health functioning and levels of emotional support anticipated, given, and received in the mosque community [27], [37], [38]. Nevertheless, the concept of religious involvement for coping with distress should not preclude individuals from seeking mental health support from their support networks and from professionals.…”

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confidence: 99%

Role of Mosque Communities in Supporting Muslims with Mental Illness: Results of CBPR-oriented Focus Groups in the Bay Area, California

Ali¹,

Mahmood

McBryde-Redzovic³

et al. 2022

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Objective The purpose of this study was to explore perspectives of Muslims residing in the Bay Area, California on the role of the mosque community in supporting community members’ mental health needs and barriers to mental health care for members who experience mental health challenges. Methods This study employed a CBPR-focused qualitative approach in the form of content analysis of three focus group discussions organized and conducted with the help of a Community Advisory Board made up of members of the Muslim Community Association. Results Two major themes were identified upon examination of the data: services needed in the mosque community and barriers to addressing mental health issues in the mosque community. Specifically, participants reported wanting support groups within the mosque space, mosque-based activities, virtual support, community social workers, and family-oriented services. Barriers reported included community stigma, lack of cultural awareness of race-ethnic minorities within the community, attribution of mental illness to lack of faith or supernatural causes, and specific barriers unique to vulnerable/special subgroups within the community. Conclusion These findings highlight the need for developing mental health-related services and social support initiatives within the mosque space, specifically for those Muslim Americans living in the Bay Area in California. Furthermore, special attention needs to be placed on the barriers to accessing these services as identified by the community members. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11126-022-10002-x.

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‘Mental health and self-rated health among U.S. South Asians: the role of religious group involvement’

Cited by 23 publications

References 37 publications

Spirituality during COVID-19 in Northern Italy: The experience of participating in an online prayer group

Spirituality during COVID-19 in Northern Italy: The experience of participating in an online prayer group

Engaging South Asian youth and families: A clinical review

Role of Mosque Communities in Supporting Muslims with Mental Illness: Results of CBPR-oriented Focus Groups in the Bay Area, California

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