Experiences of Young Adults with Mental Disorders in Using the Services of Youth Mental Health Center in South Korea: A Reflexive Thematic Analysis.

Purpose: This study explored the experiences of young adults using the Youth Mental Health Center (YMHC) in South Korea to assess effectiveness and enhance comprehensive mental health services for this population. Methods: Ten participants were recruited through purposive sampling from a YMHC. Data...

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Publicado en:Journal of Korean Academy of Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing (JKPMHN) Vol. 34; no. 3; pp. 260 - 272
Autores principales: Mo, Eun Hee, Kim, Ji Young
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Publicado: Korean Academy of Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing Sep2025
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          Mo, Eun Hee
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          Mental Disorders Psychosocial Factors
          Persons with Mental Disorders Psychosocial Factors
          Patient Attitudes Evaluation
          Community Mental Health Services Utilization
          South Korea
          Human
          Female
          Male
          Adult
          Health Resource Utilization Evaluation
          Purposive Sample
          Interviews
          Thematic Analysis
          Recovery
          Attitude to Change
          Hope
          Support Groups
          Interpersonal Relations
          Qualitative Studies
          Health Services Accessibility
          Health Resource Utilization
          Snowball Sample
          Descriptive Statistics
          Audiorecording
          Data Analysis Software
          Adult: 19-44 years
          Female
          Male
      ab: Purpose: This study explored the experiences of young adults using the Youth Mental Health Center (YMHC) in South Korea to assess effectiveness and enhance comprehensive mental health services for this population. Methods: Ten participants were recruited through purposive sampling from a YMHC. Data were collected via in-depth interviews conducted between July and October 2024, and analyzed using Braun and Clarke's reflexive thematic analysis. Results: The analysis yielded 210 codes, 10 sub-themes, and four main themes: "Reconnecting with the World and Seeking Change," "A Journey of Recovery Begun Together," "Obstacles Still to Overcome," and "Emerging New Hope." Findings revealed that YMHCs serve as bridges connecting young adults with mental health issues to the community, providing refuge and opportunities for peer engagement that help restore broken social relationships. Professional assistance enabled participants to gain an accurate understanding of their challenges and initiate their recovery journeys. Conclusion: This study provides a comprehensive understanding of young adults' experiences with YMHCs. The findings can inform the development of effective programs tailored to the mental health needs of young adults, enhance service accessibility, and support policies aimed at improving mental health literacy and accessibility for this vulnerable population.
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