The impact of Islam and Muslim identity on experiences and views of mental ill health among Muslim men in south Wales.

This work answers the research question: “What is the impact of Islam and Muslim identity on experiences of mental ill health among Muslim men in south Wales?”. It conducted interviews with 21 Muslim men living in south Wales around their views and experiences of mental health, in relation to their gender and religion. Mental health is a topic of increasing conversation in the U.K., and religious and culturally appropriate care and support is something that many services are aiming towards. This study concluded that the intersectional elements of Muslim men, such as their ethnic backgrounds or age, impact their views and experiences of mental ill health. These views and experiences are additionally affected by their believed ideas of masculinity, stemming from both religion and culture. It explores the relationship between religion and culture and how this may impact other factors. It also explores the barriers many Muslim men experience when trying to seek support for mental ill health.

Name dc:type.qualificationname

phd

Level dc:type.qualificationlevel

doctoral

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Year dc:date.issued

2025

Author dc:creator

• Hekmoun, Jamilla

• BF Seicoleg
• BP Islam. Bahaiaeth. Theosoffi, ac yn y blaen

Dc Identifier Grantnumber

UWTSD

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:repository.uwtsd.ac.uk:3676