Community health intervention through musical engagement (CHIME) in South Africa
A formative exploration of the feasibility and development of a music-based intervention to support perinatal mental health
Dados Bibliográficos
| ID | 19593772 |
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| Autores | Siphumelele Sigwebela (Stellenbosch University), Bonnie B Mcconnell (0000-0002-1493-3114, Australian National University), Ncumisa Waluwalu (University of Cape Town), Thandi Davies (0000-0001-9626-0816, University of Cape Town), Katie Rose M Sanfilippo (0000-0003-2236-3307, St George's, University of London, autor correspondente), Lauren Stewart (0000-0002-6221-6064, University of Roehampton), Sally Field (0000-0002-7917-2598, University of Cape Town), Vivette Glover (0000-0001-6543-1651, Imperial College London), Simone Honikman (0000-0002-7045-5532, University of Cape Town) |
| Editores | Graeme Hoddinott (0000-0001-5915-8126) |
| Ano | 2026 |
| Volume | 6 |
| Fascículo | 2 |
| Páginas | e0004878 |
| Data de publicação | 2026-02-09 |
| Peer Reviewed | Sim |
| Open Access | Sim |
| Tipo | ARTICLE |
| Periódico | PLOS Global Public Health (JOURNAL) |
| Identificadores do periódico | ISSN: 2767-3375 • E-ISSN: 2767-3375 |
| Editora | Public Library of Science (PLoS) (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1371/journal.pgph.0004878 |
| PMID | 41662291 |
| OpenAlex | W7128431074 |
| Idioma | EN |
| Referências citadas | 59 |
In South Africa, perinatal depression, stress or anxiety affect an estimated 16% to 50% of women posing serious concerns for both mothers and infants. The vast majority of women receive no perinatal mental healthcare through the public health system, partly due to high levels of stigma and a lack of culturally sensitive mental health care. South African musical traditions such as group singing are culturally significant for supporting social connection and coping with challenges experienced in everyday life. However, there is little research on how group music making could be used to support perinatal mental health in South Africa. This study aimed to explore the potential for developing a culturally embedded, music-based intervention to support women in the perinatal period. Using Community-Based Participatory Research, we held five focus group discussions with: 1) community health workers, 2) music experts, 3) traditional healers, 4) professional healthcare workers, and 5) the management team of a rural health NGO. Through thematic analysis, four themes were identified. Theme 1 encompasses the various challenges that contribute to perinatal mental distress, including social determinants of mental health, unhelpful coping strategies, stigma, and isolation. Theme 2 reflects existing community music practices: the way music is embedded in culture, processes of cultural change, and musical practices associated with perinatal health. Theme 3 encompasses the perceived benefits of music making in supporting social connections and effecting transformation in relation to individual mood and spiritual experiences. Theme 4 includes consideration of factors that are important for the development of a music-making intervention to support perinatal mental health. The findings suggest strong potential for implementing music-based mental health interventions in South Africa, adaptable to various facilitators and community contexts
Coping (psychology) · Emic and etic · Focus group · Health care · Mental health · Music therapy · Social support · Thematic analysis · Infant Development and Preterm Care · Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum · Music Therapy and Health
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