Notes
Community organizations: n/a
Future research/gaps identified
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The mental health of Filipino immigrant men in Canada is largely understudied as a whole
Key recommendations:
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Increase the understanding of service providers on Filipino (mis)understandings of mental health and mental illness
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Develop anti-stigma initiatives for Filipino immigrant men
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Create culturally-responsive mental health services for Filipino immigrant men
Key findings:
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Misunderstandings and misconceptions of mental health and mental illness were common in the Filipino men that participated
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Stigma and ‘nahihiya’ (shame) were significant barriers to seeking help and services for mental health
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Participants wanted more information on mental health and mental illness
Key populations
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Filipino immigrant men that now live in Calgary, AB