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How the Internet Supports the Lives of Young Adults with Mental Health Challenges

Year: 2012

Type: article

Abstract: Presentation that probes how young adults with significant mental health challenges use the internet, specifically as it relates to finding information and "self-diagnosis." The authors explore how youth with mental health challenges use the internet, and share the results of three Oregon focus groups and the NAMI survey of young adults.

Source: PDXScholar (Portland State University)

Authors: L. Kris Gowen, Martin Rafferty

Institution: Portland State University

Language: English

Topic: Health Literacy and Information Accessibility

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green