Original Research
Parenting experiences of mothers living with a chronic mental illness
Submitted: 05 October 2017 | Published: 10 October 2015
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Angelina M. Rampou, Department of Nursing Science, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South AfricaYolanda Havenga, Department of Nursing Science, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University; Tshwane University of Technology; Adelaide Tambo School of Nursing Science, South Africa
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Aim: The aim of the study was to explore and describe the parenting experiences of mothers with a chronic mental illness.
Methods: An explorative, descriptive and qualitative research design was used. Ten participants were purposively sampled until saturation occurred. Data was collected using indepth individual interviews and a content analysis was carried out.
Results: Mothers with a chronic mental illness experienced various challenges and expressed their family support needs.
Conclusion: A family-centred approach to mental healthcare, treatment and rehabilitation is proposed.
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