APS
30th APS Annual Convention · 2018
Examining the Effect of Wise Interventions and Gender on Mental Health Help-Seeking Intentions
- 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