Table 4 The public’s knowledge related to mental health in Tianjin
From: Mental health stigma and mental health knowledge in Chinese population: a cross-sectional study
Items | yes | no |
|---|---|---|
1. Mental health is an integral part of health. | 99.0 | 1.0 |
2. Mental illnesses result from something wrong in thought. | 75.0 | 25.0 |
3. Most people may have a mental problem, but they may not notice the problem. | 97.7 | 2.3 |
4. Mental illnesses are all caused by stress. | 69.7 | 30.3 |
5. Mental health includes normal intelligence, stable mood, harmonious relationships, and good ability to adapt and so on. | 95.6 | 4.4 |
6. Most mental illnesses cannot be cured. | 43.2 | 56.8 |
7. If you suspect that you have mental problems or mental illnesses, you should go to a psychiatrist or psychologist for help. | 89.9 | 10.1 |
8. Individuals at any age can have a mental problem. | 95.4 | 4.6 |
9. Mental illnesses or psychological problems cannot be prevented. | 59.4 | 40.6 |
10. Even though a person is diagnosed with a severe mental disorder, he/she should take medication for only a short period rather than continuously for a long term. | 46.0 | 54..0 |
11. An optimistic attitude towards life, good interpersonal relationships and a healthy lifestyle are helpful to keep a good mental health. | 98.2 | 1.8 |
12. Persons with a family history of mental disorders have a higher chance to develop mental disorders or mental problems. | 82.1 | 17.9 |
13. Mental problems in adolescents do not influence their academic achievement. | 24.8 | 75.2 |
14. It is less likely to have mental problems or disorders in middle or old age. | 48.7 | 51.3 |
15. Someone with an unstable temperament is more prone to have mental problems. | 86.7 | 13.3 |
16. High psychological stress or major life events could induce mental problems or disorders. | 94.4 | 5.6 |