A digital solution to improve mental health access for Chinese American children.
OurChild: A Health IT Solution to Reduce Minority Health Disparities
['FUNDING_R01'] · NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-10560597
This study is creating a helpful mobile app called OurChild to make it easier for Chinese American families in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, to find mental health support for their young kids, while also making sure the app fits their needs and overcomes language and cultural barriers.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10560597 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an integrated mobile health and electronic health record solution called OurChild, aimed at increasing access to mental health resources for Chinese American children aged 2-6 and their parents in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The project addresses significant barriers such as cultural differences, language challenges, and limited mental health literacy that contribute to disparities in mental health care. By collaborating with local community partners and utilizing digital health technologies, the initiative seeks to enhance knowledge and access to early childhood mental health services. The approach includes participatory research methods to ensure the solution meets the specific needs of the community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Chinese American children aged 2-6 years old and their parents living in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
Not a fit: Patients outside the specified age range or those not belonging to the Chinese American community may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to mental health services for young children in immigrant communities, leading to better mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches have shown promise in addressing health disparities in immigrant communities, indicating potential for success in this initiative.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KWON, SIMONA — NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: KWON, SIMONA
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.