Help-seeking intention for mental illness and associated factors among Dessie town residents in Northeast Ethiopia

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Despite the increasing global burden of mental illness and the availability of effective evidence-based treatments, many individuals with mental illness do not seek professional help. Therefore, this study aimed to assess help-seeking intention for mental illness and associated factors among Dessie town residents, Northeast Ethiopia, 2021. A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 501 Dessie town residents. The data were collected by face-to-face interview. The General Help Seeking Questionnaire was used to assess help-seeking intention. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression analysis techniques were used. Finally, a statistically significant level was declared at a p-value less than 0.05. Among 501 participants, 67.5% were likely to seek help from health professionals. Being female (AOR = 4.695, 95% CI = 1.63- 13.50), being single (AOR = 0.330, 95% CI = 0.12-0.89), and having good knowledge (AOR = 3.030, 95% CI = 1.25-7.35) were significantly associated with help-seeking intention. This study indicated that the participants' help-seeking intention was inadequate. Sex, marital status, monthly income, and knowledge of mental illness were found to be associated with help-seeking intentions for mental illnesses. Therefore, community healthcare workers, healthcare administrators, and religious and community leaders should work to enhance the help-seeking intention of the community.

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