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Lived experiences of mental health conditions in Singapore: A constructivist grounded theory study.

Jonathan Han Loong KuekToby RaeburnMelissa Yan Zhi ChowTimothy Wand
Published in: The International journal of social psychiatry (2022)
Taken together, the journey of a person experiencing mental health recovery in Singapore is filled with obstacles and uncertainty due to various social and cultural influences such as family pressures, the competitiveness of society and the high-pressure nature of Singapore's educational system. Future research needs to better understand if these are generalisable experiences, and interventions to mitigate their impact need to be explored. Given the strong societal influences, change will take time. Still, this study gives a voice to the lived experiences of people who face mental health challenges in Singapore in the hope that their insights may assist future generations in developing a more mentally healthy society.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • mental illness