In the IBM-HS, help-seeking determinants are constructs that may influence help-seeking beliefs and moderate the degree to which people’s intention to seek help results in prospective help-seeking behavior.
Based on our examination of over 35 systematic reviews on mental health help-seeking, prominent determinants include:
- Structural forces
- Cultural influences
- Environmental constraints
- Past help seeking experience
- Evaluated need
- Mental health perceptions, knowledge, and skills
- Social support
- Other determinants
A description of available help-seeking determinants measures relevant to mental health help seeking can be found on the Determinants Measures page.