Understanding explanatory mechanisms for racial and ethnic differences in mental health stigma: the role of vertical individualism and right-wing authoritarianism.

Background: Mental health (MH) stigma is pervasive worldwide. Culturally sensitive stigma reduction programs are needed to reduce MH stigma.

Aims: To determine racial/ethnic and cultural predictors of stigma.

Mental Health Literacy Affects Mental Health Attitude: Is There a Gender Difference?

In the current study, we aimed to compare the levels of and factors associated with mental health attitude between males and females. Of particular interest was ascertaining the degree to which mental health literacy was related to mental health attitude and whether this relationship would vary by gender. A total of 732 participants aged 18 years or more were recruited from attendees at the 2016 Minnesota State Fair.

Is health literacy associated with mental health literacy? Findings from Mental Health Literacy Scale.

Purpose: This study aims to measure associated factors of Mental Health Literacy (MHL) among Minnesotans by using the Mental Health Literacy Scale and Andersen's Health Behavior Model.

Design And Methods: This study utilized cross-sectional survey data with 732 participants.

Findings: Participants in higher education groups showed higher MHL levels than those who have less education.