Mental health resources, barriers, and intervention needs among women in rural Maharashtra, India: A qualitative study

• Published in: Global mental health 2023, Vol.10, p.e93, Article e93
• Main Authors: Iyer, Kaavya, Gupta, Pooja, Sapre, Shivani, Pawar, Tanvi, Gala, Pooja, Kapoor, Hansika, Kalahasthi, Rupa, Ticku, Arunima, Kulkarni, Savita, Iyer, Poorvi
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: barriers in mental health care; Community support; Human Rights; Interventions; Maharashtra; mental health; mental health interventions; Policy and Systems; Quality of Care; rural mental health
• ISSN: 2054-4251; 2054-4251
• DOI: 10.1017/gmh.2023.78

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 mixed-methods 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.