Mental health social work in Malaysia: A study exploring its importance

Abstract

This article describes the importance of mental health/clinical social workers in Malaysia. Convenience sampling was utilised and an in-depth, semi-structured interview methodology was employed. Four participants – two social workers, a psychiatrist and a community nurse – were involved. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. Participants reported that mental health social workers are important in providing psychoeducation and conducting assessments. Specialised training in the field of mental health would benefit social workers and their health care counterparts.

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“…Furthermore, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding of what to do in professional contexts when it comes to the practice of intervention for grief and bereavement (Oka et al, 2017). There is also a lack of social workers and an undefined role in mental health settings in Malaysia (Yusof et al, 2019). Despite rising awareness of mental health concerns in Malaysia, the stigma associated with mental health issues remains extremely strong.…”