A comparison of mental health literacy,attitudes, and help-seeking intentions among domestic and international tertiary students |
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| Authors: | Bonnie A Clough Sonia M Nazareth Jamin J Day Leanne M Casey |
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| Institution: | 1. School of Applied Psychology, Griffith University, Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Nathan, QLD, Australia;2. Family Action Centre, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia |
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| Abstract: | Limited research has examined distress or help-seeking knowledge and attitudes among international students. The aim of this study was to examine psychological distress, mental health literacy (MHL), and help-seeking attitudes and intentions among a sample of domestic and international tertiary students. The sample comprised 357 domestic and international tertiary students. Participants completed an online questionnaire package, with measures relating to distress, MHL, help-seeking attitudes, and help-seeking intentions. International student status was predictive of lower scores on MHL, help-seeking attitudes, and help-seeking intentions for suicidal ideation. Student group was not predictive of help-seeking intentions for emotional problems or psychological distress, but international students had lower help-seeking intentions for suicidal ideation. Educational interventions targeting MHL and help-seeking attitudes and intentions among international students may be required to improve help-seeking behaviours. |
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| Keywords: | International students tertiary education mental health literacy help-seeking psychological distress |
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