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Breaking Barriers: Engaging Fathers in Mental Health Interventions

Breaking Barriers: Engaging Fathers in Mental Health Interventions

Introduction

In the realm of mental health, the engagement of fathers in treatment programs is crucial, yet often overlooked. A recent study titled "Barriers and Facilitators to Father’s Engagement in a Depression and Alcohol Use Intervention in Kenya: Father, Family, and Community Factors" sheds light on this issue. This research, conducted in Eldoret, Kenya, provides valuable insights for practitioners seeking to improve their skills and outcomes in engaging fathers in mental health interventions.

Understanding the Barriers

The study identifies several barriers that hinder fathers from engaging in mental health interventions. These include:

Leveraging Facilitators

Despite these barriers, the study also highlights facilitators that can enhance father engagement in mental health interventions:

Opportunities for Practitioners

Practitioners can draw from these findings to enhance their engagement strategies with fathers in mental health interventions. Here are some actionable steps:

Conclusion

Engaging fathers in mental health interventions requires a multifaceted approach that addresses barriers while leveraging facilitators. By implementing strategies that consider community, family, and cultural contexts, practitioners can enhance father engagement and improve mental health outcomes. To delve deeper into the research findings, practitioners are encouraged to explore the original study: Barriers and Facilitators to Father’s Engagement in a Depression and Alcohol Use Intervention in Kenya: Father, Family, and Community Factors.


Citation: Giusto, A., Jaguga, F., Pereira-Sanchez, V., Rono, W., Triplett, N., Rukh-E-Qamar, H., Parker, M., & Wainberg, M. L. (2023). Barriers and facilitators to father’s engagement in a depression and alcohol use intervention in Kenya: Father, family, and community factors. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20(6), 4830. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20064830
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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