Research Database: Article Details
| Citation: | Robinson, W. D., Geske, J., Backer, E., Jarzynka, K., Springer, P. R., & Swinton, J. (2012). Rural experiences with mental illness: Through the eyes of patients and their families.. Families, Systems & Health: The Journal of Collaborative Family Healthcare, 30 (4), 308-321. |
| Title: | Rural experiences with mental illness: Through the eyes of patients and their families. |
| Authors: | Robinson, W. D., Geske, J., Backer, E., Jarzynka, K., Springer, P. R., & Swinton, J. |
| Year: | 2012 |
| Journal/Publication: | Families, Systems & Health: The Journal of Collaborative Family Healthcare |
| Publisher: | American Psychological Association |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.1037/a0030171 |
| Full text: | http://psycnet.apa.org/fulltext/2012-28553-001.html |
| Peer-reviewed? | Yes |
| NIDILRR-funded? | Not reported |
Structured abstract:
| Background: | Individuals living in rural areas often face numerous barriers in receiving treatment for mental illness: inaccessibility to providers, stigma, and limited community resources. |
| Purpose: | The purpose of this study was to learn about the experiences of rural patients dealing with mental illness and their family members. |
| Data collection and analysis: | This article used qualitative analyses. |
| Findings: | The authors found that with mental health in rural communities comes significant stigma, and the issues are worsened by practical challenges that limit access to proper resources. |
| Disabilities served: |
Chronic mental illness |
| Populations served: |
Rural and remote communities |
| Interventions: |
Psychological counseling |