The study focused on reducing stigma and improving knowledge about mental health among adolescents aged 14-18 through the Mental Health Awareness and Destigmatisation Program (MHAD) in Bangalore.
Participants underwent a pre-assessment and a 6-week intervention, with results showing significant improvements in stigma scores and recognition of mental illness symptoms post-program.
The research concluded that educational programs like MHAD effectively reduce stigma in adolescents, highlighting the need for further studies to assess long-term impacts and broaden understanding of mental health awareness.