Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol.
<h4>Background</h4>Mental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety disorders are the leading causes of disease burden. Despite the effectiveness of mental healthcare services and the impairing effects of untreated mental health problems, the rate of help-seeking is low among...
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| author | Siti Hafizah Zulkiply Rosliza Abdul Manaf Rahima Dahlan Rahmat Dapari |
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| description | <h4>Background</h4>Mental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety disorders are the leading causes of disease burden. Despite the effectiveness of mental healthcare services and the impairing effects of untreated mental health problems, the rate of help-seeking is low among young people. In addition, the mental health burden gap is high in low- and middle-income countries. Good mental health literacy has been associated with better help-seeking.<h4>Aims</h4>This study aims to evaluate the effect of theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among foundation students at a public university in Malaysia.<h4>Methods</h4>A randomised controlled trial study will be conducted among foundation students. Participants will be recruited and randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. The intervention will be conducted for two weeks with a one-month follow-up. The health education intervention will be developed according to the Information, Motivation, and Behavioural Skill Theory, and will be delivered via a website. The outcome will be measured using validated, self-administered questionnaires. at baseline, post-intervention, and one-month follow up. The data will be analysed using Generalised Estimating Equation (GEE). This study is registered to the Thai Clinical Trial Registry (TCTR) (reference number: TCTR20210705006), dated 4th July 2021.<h4>Conclusions</h4>The results from this study will be useful for relevant authorities to take further efforts in mental health promotion among young people. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-a22875f49fcf442fb846bea9a5b580e22023-04-21T05:34:08ZengPublic Library of Science (PLoS)PLoS ONE1932-62032023-01-01183e028374710.1371/journal.pone.0283747Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol.Siti Hafizah ZulkiplyRosliza Abdul ManafRahima DahlanRahmat Dapari<h4>Background</h4>Mental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety disorders are the leading causes of disease burden. Despite the effectiveness of mental healthcare services and the impairing effects of untreated mental health problems, the rate of help-seeking is low among young people. In addition, the mental health burden gap is high in low- and middle-income countries. Good mental health literacy has been associated with better help-seeking.<h4>Aims</h4>This study aims to evaluate the effect of theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among foundation students at a public university in Malaysia.<h4>Methods</h4>A randomised controlled trial study will be conducted among foundation students. Participants will be recruited and randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. The intervention will be conducted for two weeks with a one-month follow-up. The health education intervention will be developed according to the Information, Motivation, and Behavioural Skill Theory, and will be delivered via a website. The outcome will be measured using validated, self-administered questionnaires. at baseline, post-intervention, and one-month follow up. The data will be analysed using Generalised Estimating Equation (GEE). This study is registered to the Thai Clinical Trial Registry (TCTR) (reference number: TCTR20210705006), dated 4th July 2021.<h4>Conclusions</h4>The results from this study will be useful for relevant authorities to take further efforts in mental health promotion among young people.https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0283747 |
| spellingShingle | Siti Hafizah Zulkiply Rosliza Abdul Manaf Rahima Dahlan Rahmat Dapari Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol. PLoS ONE |
| title | Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol. |
| title_full | Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol. |
| title_fullStr | Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol. |
| title_full_unstemmed | Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol. |
| title_short | Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol. |
| title_sort | effect of kuat a theory and web based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students a study protocol |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0283747 |
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