Student intentions to engage instructors in mental health-related conversations: An application of the theory of planned behavior

• Published in: Journal of American college health Vol. 72; no. 3; pp. 914 - 922
• Main Authors: White, Allie, Ball, Hannah, LaBelle, Sara
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Taylor & Francis 23.03.2024; Taylor & Francis Inc
• Subjects: Behavior; College students; instructor-student communication; Intention; Learner Engagement; Learning Objectives; Mental health; Norms; Perceived control; Perceptions; Student behavior; Student teacher relationship; Theory of planned behavior; Undergraduate students; theory of planned behavior; College students; instructor-student communication; mental health

Considering that college students experience mental health issues and college counseling centers are overwhelmed, this study identifies instructors as a potential mental health resource for students. This study utilizes the theory of planned behavior to investigate the relationship between students&...