Participants sought for studies Are you 15-19 and want to help shape future support for young people?

What is MEND about? 

The MEND research project aims to adapt a digital support tool for young people’s mental health, particularly for those who have experienced difficult or stressful events, such as violence, threats or feeling unsafe. 
 
We want to understand what young people themselves think this support should include to feel safe, relevant and helpful. 

What is a focus group? 

A focus group is a conversation in a small group. You can share your thoughts and opinions with other young people. It is not treatment, and you do not have to talk about your own difficult experiences if you do not want to.  

We mainly want to hear what you think about:  

• The types of difficult or stressful experiences young people in your community face, such as violence, threats, or feeling unsafe  
• Mental health and well-being among young people who have experienced difficult or stressful events 
• What makes support feel safe for young people 
• How adults can talk with young people in a good way 
• What makes it easier or harder to ask for help 
• How digital support can feel useful and relevant 

Who can participate? 

We are looking for young people who: 

• Are between 15 and 19 years old 
• Have experienced violence, threats, or feeling unsafe, either directly, by witnessing such situations, or by being affected by them in other ways in their surroundings 
• Live in an area of Stockholm where the study takes place 
• Can speak Swedish or English 
• Have access to a smartphone, tablet or computer 

Before taking part, we will ask you a few questions privately to see if the study is right for you. 

Taking part is voluntary

Taking part is completely voluntary. You can say no or stop taking part at any time, without having to explain why.  

What you say will be handled safely according to the research project's routines. The results will be presented in a way that does not identify individual people. 

Practical information

The focus groups will take place in the Stockholm area. The discussion will take about 60-90 minutes. 

You will receive more information about the time and location before deciding whether to participate. 

As a thank you for taking part, you will receive a gift card worth SEK 200. We’ll also have snacks and drinks! 

Would you like to take part?