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I heard it through the grapevine: Where and what parents learn about youth mental health treatments

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: This study investigates where parents learn about, and what parents know about child mental health services. Parents who are better informed about mental health services may be more likely to utilize services for their children. METHODS: In a national online survey, 196 parents of children between the ages of 4 and 17 years reported on their information-seeking behaviors and their familiarity and experience with psychosocial approaches. RESULTS: Parents reported utilizing multiple information sources with mental health providers, pediatricians, and social networks being the most prominent. Parents' trust in different sources varied, with parents generally trusting healthcare professionals the most. Parents exposed to mental health services were more aware of specific therapeutic approaches. CONCLUSIONS: Data on how parents receive and understand mental health-related information contributes to ongoing dissemination and implementation efforts.

Source: Journal of Clinical Psychology

DOI: 10.1002/jclp.22706

Authors: Erin E. O’Connor, David A. Langer

Institutions: Boston University, Brown University, Bradley Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Mental Health Treatment and Access

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Mental Health