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The Utility of the Health Belief Model Variables in Predicting Help‐Seeking Intention for Anxiety Disorders

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Langley, Emma L., Wootton, Bethany M., Grieve, Rachel·2018·Australian Psychologist
DOI 10.1111/ap.12334
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ObjectiveAnxiety disorders are common, and effective treatments exist, however, many people with anxiety disorders do not access these treatments due to numerous barriers. The current study aimed to examine treatment barriers that are specific to anxiety disorders and to examine the utility of the Health Belief Model (HBM) variables in predicting intention to seek psychological help in relation to anxiety disorders.MethodThe study employed a cross‐sectional design and participants were a convenience sample comprising first year psychology students and other individuals who were interested in participating. A total of 278 individuals voluntarily participated in the current study by completing a battery of online self‐report measures. Of these participants, there was an 89% completion rate and 243 met inclusion criteria (81% female; Mean age 25.58, SD = 10.69).ResultsThe most commonly reported barriers in this population included “I would not be able to afford treatment” (52%), followed by “I think I can/should work out my own problems rather than talking to a psychologist” (49%). Regression analyses indicated that 51% of the variance in intention to seek psychological help can be accounted for by the HBM variables. Perceived treatment benefits were the strongest predictor of help‐seeking intention.ConclusionsThe study highlights that individuals must interpret psychological treatment as potentially helpful in order to seek help for anxiety disorders. In order to improve help‐s…

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  • Langley et al. (2018) found that the HBM could explain 51% of the variance in treatment seeking intent, with perceived benefits the only significant predictor.

    “This study found that while the HBM could be used to explain 51% of the variance in treatment seeking intent, perceived benefits was the only variable that was found to be a significant predictor”

    From Treatment histories, barriers, and preferences for individuals with symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (2024) · cites this paper as Langley et al., 2018

  • These findings are consistent with previous research suggesting that individuals who perceive higher levels of treatment benefits are more likely to seek help.

    “These findings are consistent with previous research (Langley et al., 2018(Langley et al., , 2021) ) unsurprisingly suggesting that individuals who perceive higher levels of treatment benefits are more likely to seek help.”

    From Treatment histories, barriers, and preferences for individuals with symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (2024) · cites this paper as Langley et al., 2018

  • The present study's barrier findings are consistent with other Australian studies examining barriers for other anxiety and related disorders.

    “The results of the present study are also consistent with other Australian studies examining barriers for other anxiety and related disorders (Langley et al., 2018;McCausland et al., 2020;Prins et al., 2011;Robertson et al., 2020;Smith et al., 2021).”

    From Treatment histories, barriers, and preferences for individuals with symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (2024) · cites this paper as Langley et al., 2018

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Authors
Langley, E. L., Wootton, B. M., & Grieve, R.
Affiliations
University of Tasmania (AU)
ORCID
Venue
Australian Psychologist
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2018-08-01
Volume
53
Issue
4
Pages
291-301
ISSN
  • 0005-0067 (ISSN-L)
  • 1742-9544
DOI
10.1111/ap.12334
OpenAlex
W2807092462
Cited by
45
References
52
Citations by year
2026: 5 · 2025: 3 · 2024: 9 · 2023: 4 · 2022: 4 · 2021: 5 · 2020: 11 · 2019: 4
FWCI
5.88
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
Licence
Locations
  • Australian Psychologist (publishedVersion)
  • eCite Digital Repository (University of Tasmania) (submittedVersion)
  • UTAS Research Repository (submittedVersion)
  • FedUni ResearchOnline (Federation University Australia) (submittedVersion)
  • Figshare (submittedVersion, cc-by)
  • UTS ePRESS (University of Technology Sydney) (submittedVersion)
Topics
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Social Psychology › Mental Health Treatment and Access
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Experimental and Cognitive Psychology › Anxiety, Depression, Psychometrics, Treatment, Cognitive Processes
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Psychological Treatments and Assessments
Keywords
anxiety disorders, help-seeking intentions, Health Belief Model, perceived treatment benefit, barriers to treatment, mental health help-seeking, access to mental health care, treatment affordability, psychology students

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