Seeta Patel: barriers to involvement with S/H

Seeta Patel: barriers to involvement with S/H

1. perceptions of self help

   • middle class

2. difficulties in discussing private matters with others

3. Venus and transport

   • some venus not appropriate for religious reasons, i.e a pub

4. Gender

   • mixed gender grps not appropriate for some cultures

5. fear that other members of community may find out

6. english isn't always 1st language

7. sharing experiences has limitations