ERIC Number: EJ750093
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-Apr
Pages: 14
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The Effect of Normative and Behavioral Persuasion on Help Seeking in Thai and American College Students
Christopher, Michael S.; Skillman, Gemma D.; Kirkhart, Matthew W.; D'Souza, June B.
Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, v34 n2 p80 Apr 2006
On the basis of previous research on self-construals, the theory of reasoned action, and persuasive communication, the authors hypothesized that individual, behavioral-focused information would be more effective in increasing help-seeking intention among college students in the United States, whereas relational, normative-focused information would be more effective among college students in Thailand. Results partially supported these predictions, suggesting that different information can enhance help-seeking intention across cultures. (Contains 4 tables.)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Intention, College Students, Help Seeking, Cultural Differences, Prediction, Norms, Cultural Influences, Social Influences, Persuasive Discourse, Attitude Change, Mental Health, Counseling
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Thailand; United States
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