Utilizing the theory of planned behavior, I examined the variables that affect Chinese individuals' help-seeking intention. A total of 251 Chinese individuals participated in this study. Results showed that the variables in the theory of planned behavior accounted for 16% of the variance in help-seeking intention. Specifically, attitude (r = .22, p < .001) and perceived behavioral control (r = .22, p < .001) were found to be significant predictors of help-seeking intention. Based on these results, mental health professionals can design outreach interventions, such as psychoeducational programs, to improve Chinese individuals' help-seeking attitude and perceived behavioral control in an attempt to increase mental health service utilization. Additionally, counselors can discuss with clients' their attitude and perceived behavioral control regarding seeking counseling in an attempt to assist clients in being committed to the counseling process.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc984257 |
| Date | 05 1900 |
| Creators | Yee, Terence T. L. |
| Contributors | Ceballos, Peggy, Lindo, Natalya A., Bratton, Sue |
| Publisher | University of North Texas |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | vi, 131 pages, Text |
| Coverage | United States |
| Rights | Public, Yee, Terence T. L., Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights Reserved. |
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