Acceptability and Preliminary Evaluation of a Campus-Integrated Digital Platform (Fruto) for University Students’ Mental Health Help-Seeking: Sequential Mixed Methods Study - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Acceptability and Preliminary Evaluation of a Campus-Integrated Digital Platform (Fruto) for University Students’ Mental Health Help-Seeking: Sequential Mixed Methods Study
Clinical Scorecard: Evaluation and Acceptance of a Digital Platform (Fruto) for Supporting Mental Health Help-Seeking Among University Students: A Sequential Mixed Methods Approach
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Mental Health Challenges Among University Students
Key Mechanisms
Digital platforms for mental health support, psychoeducation, self-screening, and integration with campus counseling services.
Target Population
University students experiencing mental health challenges.
Care Setting
University campus environments.
Key Highlights
Over one-third of university students report depressive symptoms.
Only 22.2% of Koreans seek professional mental health services.
Digital interventions can provide accessible and less stigmatizing support.
Barriers to help-seeking include stigma, lack of time, and limited knowledge of resources.
Fruto aims to connect students to appropriate mental health services.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Utilize self-screening tools to help students recognize mental health concerns.
Management
Implement stepped-care models integrating peer support and digital interventions.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Evaluate the effectiveness of digital platforms in improving help-seeking behaviors.
Risks
Delayed help-seeking may worsen student distress.
Patient & Prescribing Data
University students in South Korea.
Digital platforms should provide clear follow-up guidance after self-screening.
Clinical Best Practices
Integrate digital mental health tools with existing campus counseling services.
Address cultural barriers to help-seeking in Asian contexts.
