Indigenous Adolescents’ Perception of an eMental Health Program (SPARX): Exploratory Qualitative Assessment
Overview
This qualitative study explores Māori adolescents' perceptions of SPARX, a computerized cognitive behavioral therapy program designed for mild-to-moderate depression. The resource incorporates specific Māori cultural designs and customization options to enhance engagement and identity. Participants reported that these cultural elements facilitated the acquisition of relaxation and cognitive restructuring skills, leading to improved mood and hope.
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- PubMed Central
- Author
- Matthew Shepherd (University of Auckland), Sally Merry (University of Auckland), Ian Lambie (University of Auckland), Andrew Thompson (University of Auckland)
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- 2018-07-05
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- gold
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- 10.2196/games.8752
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- 39
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@article{allodium:f3ff611750b144af,
title = {Indigenous Adolescents’ Perception of an eMental Health Program (SPARX): Exploratory Qualitative Assessment},
author = {Matthew Shepherd and Sally Merry and Ian Lambie and Andrew Thompson},
year = {2018},
journal = {PubMed Central},
doi = {10.2196/games.8752},
url = {https://doi.org/10.2196/games.8752}
}RIS
TY - JOUR TI - Indigenous Adolescents’ Perception of an eMental Health Program (SPARX): Exploratory Qualitative Assessment AU - Shepherd, Matthew AU - Merry, Sally AU - Lambie, Ian AU - Thompson, Andrew PY - 2018 PB - PubMed Central DO - 10.2196/games.8752 UR - https://doi.org/10.2196/games.8752 ER -
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Shepherd, M., Merry, S., Lambie, I., & Thompson, A. (2018). Indigenous Adolescents’ Perception of an eMental Health Program (SPARX): Exploratory Qualitative Assessment. PubMed Central. https://doi.org/10.2196/games.8752
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