What is the Mental Illness Awareness Assessment (MIA)?

The MIA is designed to assess an individual's knowledge about mental illness, attitudes toward mental health, awareness of available resources, and likelihood to seek help when needed.

Who developed it and when?

Developed by mental health researchers and educators to assess mental health literacy in various populations and settings.

What type of assessment is it?

Self-report questionnaire suitable for use in educational, workplace, and community settings.

What does it assess?

• Knowledge about mental health and mental illness
• Attitudes toward people with mental illness
• Awareness of mental health resources
• Help-seeking intentions and behaviors
• Stigma and discrimination concerns

How many items and what format?

25 items using various formats: knowledge questions, attitude scales, and behavioral intentions.

How is it scored?

Scores reflect different domains of mental health literacy, with higher scores indicating better awareness and more positive attitudes.