Computer Use and Attitudes Towards Computerised Therapy Amongst Young People and Parents Attending Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
2009; Wiley; Volume: 15; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1111/j.1475-3588.2009.00540.x
ISSN1475-3588
AutoresPaul Stallard, Sophie Velleman, Thomas Richardson,
Tópico(s)Child Development and Digital Technology
ResumoThere has been little research examining attitudes towards computerised therapy in young people. A self-report survey of 37 young people and 31 parents using Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). Young people reported high levels of computer usage and online help-seeking behaviour. Young people were cautious about computerised therapy whereas parents were more positive, identifying more benefits than concerns. Mental health professionals need to be aware of young people's online help-seeking behaviour in order to correct inaccuracies and maximise uptake of computerised therapy.
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