Experiences and perceptions of mothers recovering from depression with regard to the impact of depression on family roles and coping skills

The aim of the present study was to explore the subjective experiences and perceptions of mothers diagnosed with depression. The study investigated mothers' understandings of the extent to which their illness had impacted on their appraisal of their mothering and associated roles within the family. Furthermore, it investigated mothers' coping skills with regard to their illness.

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

University of the Western Cape

Year dc:date.issued

2007

Author dc:creator

• Xabakashe, Ayanda

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Mwaba, K

• Depression
• Social aspects
• Women
• Mental health
• Therapy