TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2017//
TI  - Exploring perceptions about and behaviors related to mental illness and mental health service utilization among college students using the Health Belief Model (HBM)
JO  - American journal of health education
A1  - Nobiling, Brandye D.
A1  - Maykrantz, Sherry Azadi
SP  - 306
EP  - 319
VL  - 48
IS  - 5
N2  - BACKGROUND: Mental health service is underutilized in the United States. Adolescent and young adults, including college students, are especially unlikely to seek professional help for mental illness. This issue presents a concern, because signs and symptoms commonly appear during this part of growth and development. <br><br>PURPOSE: The Health Belief Model (HBM) was used to explore perceptions about mental illness and mental health service utilization and self-medication among college students who may or may not have a history of mental illness. <br><br>METHODS: A survey exploring HBM constructs and self-medicating behaviors was distributed to a population of university undergraduate students ages 18-24. A concurrent focus group of mental health care providers investigated practitioner perceptions of mental health care utilization. <br><br>RESULTS of both were analyzed for common themes. <br><br>RESULTS: Sociocultural concerns and challenges navigating through the system were the primary perceived barriers to accessing mental health services. Primary care providers were reported as a vital cue to action. Alcohol, marijuana, and prescription medications were the most frequent and preferred substances used for self-medication. Translation to Health Education Practice: The most apparent theme is the need for education and continuing school partnerships. Doing so can offer diagnosis and treatment and foster personal and social skill development.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1932-5037
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2017.1335628
ID  - ref1
ER  -