Conceptualizations of Mental Health Across Europe: Comparing Psychology with Science and Engineering Students

<p>There is a lack of consensus on the conceptualization of mental health, with models emphasizing negative aspects, positive aspects, or both. The models are mainly theory-based and may not fit in with the population’s opinions. The aim of this ongoing study is to investigate the conceptualiz...

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Main Authors: Sanne M A Lamers, Pelin Gul, Beáta E Kovács, Renske Kroeze, Anna M K Müller, Irena Stojadinović, Dorota L Stuker, Alice Vigani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: European Federation of Psychology Students' Associations 2014-05-01
Series:Journal of European Psychology Students
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Online Access:https://jeps.efpsa.org/articles/284
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Summary:<p>There is a lack of consensus on the conceptualization of mental health, with models emphasizing negative aspects, positive aspects, or both. The models are mainly theory-based and may not fit in with the population’s opinions. The aim of this ongoing study is to investigate the conceptualizations of mental health in Europe from psychology, science, and engineering students’ perspectives in an explorative way through semi-structured interviews. Their conceptualizations of mental health are investigated qualitatively by thematic analysis to compare seven European countries. Results can be used to improve mental health questionnaires and interventions across Europe by enhancing the fit with students’ conceptualizations.</p>
ISSN:2222-6931