Abstract
Background: The mental health among young adults between the age of 16-24 is decreasing due to the use
of digital media. This is not the case among scouts, who show e.g. better digital leadership skills, higher selfefficacy and better mental health than the general population.
Aim of the study: Our aim of this study is to see whether it is possible to develop a tool that transfers the scouting skill development strategies in a way that can benefit young adults in general.
Methods: Using Citizen Science-approaches, we involved citizens in both problem definition, data analysis and tool development, by facilitating participatory and collaborative workshops and data collection.
Results: Our data showed that young adults today are especially annoyed and angry by commercials and comment sections when using digital media. We developed a tool that addresses these negative emotions, and through scouting skill development strategies allows them to work with these emotions under guidance and while reflecting with their peers.
Conclusion: While we found it possible to develop a tool based on Citizen Science-methods, we need to test and adjust the tool before potentially implementing it in e.g. high schools and vocational schools, with the goal of improving mental health in young adults.
Aim of the study: Our aim of this study is to see whether it is possible to develop a tool that transfers the scouting skill development strategies in a way that can benefit young adults in general.
Methods: Using Citizen Science-approaches, we involved citizens in both problem definition, data analysis and tool development, by facilitating participatory and collaborative workshops and data collection.
Results: Our data showed that young adults today are especially annoyed and angry by commercials and comment sections when using digital media. We developed a tool that addresses these negative emotions, and through scouting skill development strategies allows them to work with these emotions under guidance and while reflecting with their peers.
Conclusion: While we found it possible to develop a tool based on Citizen Science-methods, we need to test and adjust the tool before potentially implementing it in e.g. high schools and vocational schools, with the goal of improving mental health in young adults.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Citizen Science Talent Programme 2022 |
| Editors | Jakob Burr, Thomas Kaarsted |
| Publisher | Syddansk Universitet |
| Publication date | 2023 |
| Pages | 31-38 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-87-94345-42-2 |
| Publication status | Published - 2023 |