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ArticleJMIR formative research2024

Designing a Web-Based Navigation Tool to Support Access to Youth Mental Health Services: Qualitative Study.

Alison L Calear, Philip J Batterham, Sonia M McCallum, Michelle Banfield, Elizabeth Moore, Natalie Johnson, Alyssa R Morse

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Alison L CalearCentre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7028-725X
Philip J BatterhamCentre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4547-6876
Sonia M McCallumCentre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5421-8572
Michelle BanfieldCentre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3024-1687
Elizabeth MooreOffice for Mental Health and Wellbeing, ACT Health, Canberra, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-3175-1562
Natalie JohnsonOffice for Mental Health and Wellbeing, ACT Health, Canberra, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-1229-5902
Alyssa R MorseCentre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6948-1082

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Abstract

backgroundMany young people with mental health problems do not readily seek help or receive treatment and support. One way to address low help-seeking behavior is to improve access to information on mental health services and how to navigate the mental health system via a web-based tool. Seeking input from the end users (young people and parents or caregivers) on key features of the tool is imperative to ensure that it is relevant, engaging, and likely to meet their needs and expectations.

objectiveThis study aims to investigate young person and parent or caregiver views on the design, content, functioning, and user experience of a web-based mental health navigation tool to support connection to mental health services for children and young people aged up to 25 years.

methodsA total of 4 online focus groups were conducted: 2 with young people aged 16 years and older (total n=15) and 2 with parents or caregivers (total n=13). Focus groups were structured around a series of guiding questions to explore participants' views on content, features, user experience, and design of a mental health navigation website. Focus groups were audio recorded with detailed notes taken. In addition, 53 young people aged 16-25 years and 97 parents or caregivers completed an online survey, comprising closed- and open-ended questions; open-ended responses were included with the focus group data in the qualitative analysis. All qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis.

resultsA total of 2 topic areas and 7 themes were developed. The first topic area covered the types of information needs of young people and parents. Identified themes concerned the scope of the navigation website, as well as the provision of up-to-date and practical information on how to navigate the whole help-seeking process. The second topic area covered website features that would be beneficial and included the consideration of the website design; search engines; supported navigation; and forums, reviews, and user accounts.

conclusionsThis study provides important insights into the navigation needs of young people and parents or caregivers in seeking mental health services. Key findings identified through this research have directly informed the development of MindMap, a web-based youth navigation tool providing a searchable database of local services, including a clear description, their location, and potential wait times. The website can be navigated independently or with support.

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accessaccessibilitydesignhealth care systemmental healthmental health servicesnavigation toolserviceservicesuser experiencewebsiteyouth

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