The application of Self-Determination Theory to understand online help-seeking and the design of online help-seeking technologies presents an interesting avenue for investigation. Improving motivation to engage in the help-seeking process could be achieved using the Basic Psychological Needs Theory as a structure to guide the design of online help-seeking technologies and online mental health resources. Positive online help-seeking experiences have an important role to play in sustained help-seeking and improved health outcomes.

翻译：运用自我定位理论来理解在线求助和在线求助技术的设计为调查提供了一个有趣的途径。 利用基本心理需求理论作为指导设计在线求助技术和在线心理健康资源的结构,可以提高参与求助进程的动力。 积极的在线求助经验在持续寻求帮助和改善健康结果方面可以发挥重要作用。