A digital mental health service for young adults who don't seek treatment
Digital Mental Health Service for Non-Treatment Seeking Young Adults
This study is creating a friendly text message service for young adults aged 18-24 who are dealing with mental health challenges but might not want to go for traditional help, making it easier for them to get support right on their phones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10693183 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a personalized digital mental health service aimed at young adults aged 18-24 who are experiencing mental health issues but are unlikely to seek traditional treatment. The project will utilize machine learning to create tailored SMS text messages that engage users and provide psychoeducational content, helping them manage their symptoms more effectively. By leveraging mobile technology, the research aims to improve adherence to mental health interventions and reduce dropout rates associated with existing digital mental health apps. Participants will receive personalized support through their mobile devices, making mental health resources more accessible.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-24 who are experiencing mental health challenges but are not currently seeking traditional treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients who are already receiving effective treatment for their mental health conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide young adults with a more engaging and effective way to manage their mental health through personalized digital interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using digital mental health interventions, but this approach of personalized SMS messaging is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meyerhoff, Jonah — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Meyerhoff, Jonah
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.