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Unpacking Social Isolation in Men's Suicidality
John L Oliffe1, Alex Broom2, Michaela Popa1
11 University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Qualitative Health Research
|September 18, 2018
Summary
Social isolation significantly impacts men
Area of Science:
- Psychology and Men's Health
Background:
- Social isolation is a major risk factor for male suicide.
- The lived experience of social isolation in men's suicidality requires deeper exploration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the multifaceted nature of social isolation in the context of men's suicidal experiences.
- To understand the everyday realities contributing to social isolation among men.
Main Methods:
- Photovoice study involving 35 Canadian men.
- Analysis of participants' narrated experiences of social isolation and suicidality.
Main Results:
- Identified six key factors contributing to social isolation: family issues, school/work marginality, healthcare alienation, ineffective coping, dislocating thoughts, and societal pressures.
- These factors are interconnected, shaping the phenomenology of social isolation.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the dimensions of social isolation is crucial for addressing men's suicidality.
- Developing strategies focused on connectedness, relationality, and care can support men's mental well-being and reduce suicide risk.