Tranquility is a child with a full belly: Pathways linking food insecurity and maternal mental distress in Nicaragua

Volume: 59, Issue: 1, Pages: 79 - 103
Published: Oct 1, 2019
Abstract
A growing body of literature identifies food insecurity (FI) as a critical social determinant of mental health. Across settings, quantitative studies report positive correlations between FI and mental distress, especially among women. Less understood are the pathways by which FI undermines women’s mental well-being. To address this gap, we conducted six focus group discussions with 45 Nicaraguan mothers. Thematic analysis identified three themes...
Paper Details
Title
Tranquility is a child with a full belly: Pathways linking food insecurity and maternal mental distress in Nicaragua
Published Date
Oct 1, 2019
Volume
59
Issue
1
Pages
79 - 103
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