Not myself and the connected self: cases of youth depression and recovery in Malaysia
BRITISH JOURNAL OF GUIDANCE & COUNSELLING(2017)
Abstract
This study aims to explore the subjective experience of depressed young people in Malaysia. Twelve participants aged 20-24, who were diagnosed as suffering from depression but who had recovered, were interviewed. An adapted grounded theory approach guided our data collection and data analysis process. Two themes emerged which revealed the importance of the connectedness of individuals within their social environment. Coping with cultural norms and with rejection were found to be the most stressful precursors to depression. Depression is described as an alienating and involuntary experience. The recovery process requires a pivotal moment which enables reconnection with others. Implication of study will be discussed against the backdrop of the Malaysian context.
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Adolescents,counselling in schools,qualitative methods,social constructionism
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