PROSPECTIVE
PROSPECTIVE - The usability and acceptability of sexual wellbeing questionnaires in youth mental health services in Australia.
Help Shape Sexual Wellbeing Support for Young People
Are you aged 16-26 and interested in sharing your views about sexual wellbeing?
We know that sexual wellbeing can be an important part of a young person's life, and that experiencing mental ill-health can affect it.
Surveys can help us better understand these experiences, but the ones currently available have not yet been tested with young people experiencing mental ill-health.
In this study, we have selected some new survey tools in sexual wellbeing for young people and want to make sure they actually work well in youth mental health. Your responses will help us better understand this cross section of sexual wellbeing and youth mental health, and improve future resources for clinicians.
The survey consists of several questionnaires, and once you have completed them, you will be asked to share your thoughts on each one.
What's involved?
- Complete a 50-60 minute online survey on your own device, in your own time and then provide feedback.
- Completely confidential - no one will see your individual answers.
- You will receive $30 for your time and input.
Want to take part?
Click here or email: [email protected]
Take some time to decide if this project is right for you. We recommend that you talk to someone you trust, like a family member, friend, or your treating clinician if you are unsure.
Tips to get the conversation started
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Set the scene: Give them a heads up if possible – for example, ‘Can we chat about something after dinner?’. It can be easier to talk side-by-side instead of face-to-face. Some good spots can be driving together, cleaning up together or going for a walk.
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Break the ice: Acknowledge if you feel awkward. They might too, and saying this can help the awkwardness go away. Use TV shows, celeb scandals or news articles to open up the conversation around sex generally – for example, ‘What did you think of Sex Education on Netflix?’ – before building up to more personal topics.
Consider what questions you have before talking, and what you want from asking them. For example, do you want information, advice on making a decision, or just to talk to somebody without them giving their advice or opinions? Make your expectations clear at the start. Use text/email/voice notes/letters, or any other way of communicating that feels most comfortable to you.
If you can’t speak to your guardians yet, try speaking to another trusted adult. Reach out to us for more support resources: [email protected]
University of Melbourne HREC #2026-34332-82639-6