A family intervention to reduce depression and intimate partner violence among young women in Nepal
Official title: A randomized controlled trial of a Multi-component family Intervention to Lower depression and Address intimate Partner violence (MILAP) among young women in Nepal
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-11092098 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a special program designed to help young women in Nepal who are dealing with depression and intimate partner violence by involving their husbands and mothers-in-law to create a supportive family environment for healing.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $532,411 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MH135376-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11092098 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are young women in Nepal who are experiencing intimate partner violence and are living in multi-generational households.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not experiencing intimate partner violence or who do not reside in the targeted geographic area may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a multi-component family intervention aimed at lowering depression and addressing intimate partner violence (IPV) among young women in Nepal. The approach involves engaging not only the women experiencing IPV but also their husbands and mothers-in-law to create a supportive environment for mental health recovery. By utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and family dynamics, the study seeks to understand how ongoing IPV affects mental health and to develop effective strategies for intervention. Participants will be involved in a randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and well-being of young women affected by intimate partner violence.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that family-based interventions can be effective in addressing mental health issues related to intimate partner violence, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Acharya, Bibhav — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Acharya, Bibhav
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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.