Overarching Theme | Sub-Themes |
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1. Expectations and Experiences of Womanhood as an Ethnic Minority | i.Shame and Guilt in Motherhood ii.Women as Caregivers iii.Perceived to Be Strong and Often Dismissed |
2. Family and Community Influences | i.Blind Faith in the Medical Profession ii.Family and Community Beliefs about Mental Health and Care iii.Intergenerational Trauma and Family Dynamics |
3.Cultural Understanding, Empowerment, and Validation | i.The Importance of Understanding Cultural Differences ii.The Power of Validation, Reassurance, and Support |