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ArticleFrontiers in public health2024

A qualitative exploration of online forums to support resilience of rural young people in Australia.

Karen Carlisle, Peter Kamstra, Emily Carlisle, Anthony McCosker, Tracy De Cotta, Sue Kilpatrick, Artur Steiner, Bianca Kahl, Jane Farmer

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Article in Frontiers in public health, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Karen Carlisle *College of Medicine and Dentistry, James Cook University, Douglas, QLD, Australia.
Peter Kamstra *University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
Emily Carlisle *College of Medicine and Dentistry, James Cook University, Douglas, QLD, Australia.
Anthony McCoskerDepartment of Media and Communications, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
Tracy De CottaSocial Innovation Research Unit, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
Sue KilpatrickUniversity of Tasmania Launceston, TAS, Australia.
Artur SteinerGlasgow Caledonian University, Yunus Centre, Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Bianca KahlReachOut Australia, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Jane Farmer *Social Innovation Research Unit, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.

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Abstract

Introduction: Prevention and early intervention are crucial strategies for improving young people's mental health and well-being. Building resilience is a key component of these strategies, especially among young individuals in rural areas who face well-documented mental health disparities. This study aimed to investigate how online mental health forums can contribute to enhancing individual resilience in young rural users. Methods: A sample of forum posts ( Results: Analysis of forum posts showed evidence of rural resilience in forum users. Online peer support forums offered a virtual space for individuals to establish social connections, experience a sense of belonging, share information, acquire knowledge, and offer mutual support. There were indications of increased self-efficacy among forum users, as they demonstrated their ability to implement strategies for better managing their mental health. Discussion: These findings significantly contribute to our understanding of how online forums can enhance resilience factors that are beneficial for young people living in rural communities. In the context of prevention and early intervention, this study illustrates the intricate connections between forum design and user activity with resilience outcomes, providing valuable insights into the underlying causal mechanisms. Consequently, it emphasizes the importance of incorporating such digital interventions as integral components of mental health service ecosystems.

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Qualitative ResearchResilience, PsychologicalRural PopulationSocial SupportAdolescentAdultAustraliaFemaleHumansInternetMaleMental HealthPeer GroupYoung Adultmental health interventionsonline peer support forumsresilienceruralyouth–young adults

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PMID38841668
PMCPMC11150697

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