A MONASH University study is looking for participants to find out what factors contribute to helping rural women with children manage mental health difficulties and get better.
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Researcher and social worker, Rochelle Hine, said that the study aims to contribute to changes in support services so they harness successful factors.
"Parenting is a tough job for anyone, especially if you've experienced mental health difficulties as well," said Ms Hine.
"Nearly one in four Victorian children live with a parent who has experienced mental health difficulties.
"And, while women in rural areas can face particular challenges, they might also have strong social connections that help them manage.
"We'd like to hear from mothers in the Ararat district about what has helped them manage mental health difficulties whether that's personal strategies or social networks and connections."
Ms Hine hopes that the outcome of the study will be changes in mental health and community services to support factors shown to be effective.
Women interested can contact Rochelle Hine on 5565 8043 or rhhin1@student.monash.edu
