Intentions and barriers to help-seeking in children and adolescents differing in depression severity: Cross-sectional results from a school-based mental health project
Sabrina Baldofski,
Jelena Scheider,
Elisabeth Kohls
et al.
Abstract:Background: Mental health problems, such as depression, have a high prevalence in children and adolescents (C&A). However, the majority of C&A suffering from depression do not seek professional help. In addition to general barriers, the specific psychopathology related to depressive symptoms may decrease their intentions to seek professional help. This study aimed to compare help-seeking behavior, intentions and perceived barriers between C&A with different levels of depressive symptoms.
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