Gregor Rafal, BS; Amy Gatto, MPH; Sarah Powell, BSPH; Rita DeBate, MPH, FAED, FAAHB
Male college students are unlikely to seek professional mental health services despite the fact that the prevalence of poor mental wellbeing on college campuses is rising. This qualitative study sought to understanding deficiencies in mental health literacy (MHL) and help seeking intention in an all-male undergraduate sample (n=26). Interviews were conducted in a semi-structured manner using previously developed and validated MHL vignettes. Analysis is on-going but preliminary results indicate males lack knowledge pertaining to mental health concerns, they recommend professional service and generally do not use them, and males face many barriers to seeking care.