APS

30th APS Annual Convention · 2018

Examining the Effect of Wise Interventions and Gender on Mental Health Help-Seeking Intentions

San Francisco, CA · May 2018

Poster · Social

  • Colleen Phillips
    Rice University
  • Shannon Cheng
    Rice University
  • Michelle "Mikki" Hebl
    Rice University

Abstract

The effect of three brief “wise interventions” on individuals’ intention to seek help for mental health issues was examined. Results indicated that female participants reported a greater intention to seek help for mental health issues after receiving a social comparison focused intervention compared to male participants.

Prevention/Intervention

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