Current Projects
Marlena Leslie - Doctor of Philosophy of Psychology Candidate
Marlena’s research explores the diversity in men’s help-seeking behaviours for mental health concerns, with a particular focus on whether becoming a father influences this behaviour. Despite growing awareness of men’s mental health needs, little is known about their preferences, particularly who they prefer to seek help from and what type of help they prefer to receive, and how these preferences differ between fathers and non-fathers. Additionally, how factors specific to fatherhood may facilitate this behaviour is not well-understood. By gaining a deeper understanding of men’s motivations and preferences of help-seeking, her research may inform the development of mental health services and interventions that are more relevant, appealing, and preferred by men, especially those navigating fatherhood.