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A gender perspective about young people's seeking help.

Nicolina Bosco1, Susanna Giaccherini2, Patrizia Meringolo1

  • 1Department of Education, Psychology University of Florence, Florence, Italy.

Journal of Prevention & Intervention in the Community
|June 20, 2019
PubMed
Summary

Young men prefer self-reliance and trusted individuals for mental health support, while young women show more confidence in professionals. Gender significantly impacts psychological help-seeking behaviors.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Mental Health Research
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Societal stigma surrounding mental health issues often deters individuals from seeking professional help.
  • Negative perceptions, including shame and inadequacy, are heightened in young people, impacting their self-image.
  • Understanding gender differences in psychological help-seeking is crucial for developing targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate young people's perceptions of psychological help-seeking for mental health concerns.
  • To identify and analyze gender-based differences in how males and females approach seeking psychological support.
  • To explore the influence of stigma on the decision-making process for seeking professional mental health care.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative and quantitative research methodologies were employed.
Keywords:
Gender differencesmental healthpreventionseeking helpstigmayouth

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  • Studies were conducted in collaboration with the University of Florence, Public Mental Health Service, and High Schools.
  • Data collection focused on exploring the perceptions of both young males and females regarding help-seeking behaviors.

    • Main Results:

    • Young males tend to rely on trusted individuals like friends and parents for support.
    • Self-reliance is identified as a primary coping strategy for young males facing psychological problems.
    • Young females demonstrate a greater inclination to seek assistance from mental health professionals.

    Conclusions:

    • Gender plays a significant role in the strategies and preferences for seeking psychological help among young people.
    • Stigma associated with mental health issues presents a barrier, particularly for young males who may prioritize self-reliance.
    • Interventions should consider gender-specific approaches to effectively address mental health help-seeking behaviors in adolescents and young adults.