The meaning of work in people with severe mental illness (SMI) in Iran
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Abstract:
Background
Work is the key component for most people in regard to financial, social and wellbeing matters. Employment is an important factor underpinning mental health disorders. However, unemployment remains an unsolved issue worldwide. Numerous studies have focused on employment outcomes in people with severe mental illness (SMI) but, only a few have explored their perspective on employment. Therefore, this study aimed to clarify the meaning of work among clients with SMI in Iran.
Methods
A qualitative research approach was used to conduct this research. Ten participants who were consumers of mental health services took part in this study. Data were analyzed by inductive content analysis approach.
Results
Four themes emerged from data including: acquiring identity, work as a drive, passing the time and financial independence.
Conclusion
Meaning of work in studied people with SMI was probably similar to the general population. The different finding in this study refers to the dominancy of family relationships and spiritual believes which could cover some problems and in turn affect the meaning of work. Highlighting these meanings could direct mental health professionals to better planning for their clients have better understanding of their clients’ work future and in turn provide more precise plan for them.
Language:
English
Published:
Medical Journal Of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Volume:29 Issue: 1, Winter 2015
Pages:
161 to 168
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