A program to help depressed mothers through guided online support
MomNet: Development of a Coach-Training Program for an Empirically Supported, Guided ehealth Intervention for Depressed Mothers
This study is testing a new online coaching program to help moms who are struggling with depression, especially those who might not have easy access to support, by training coaches to guide them through helpful online sessions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Springfield, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10825545 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a coach-training program for an online intervention designed to support economically disadvantaged mothers experiencing depression. The Mom-Net program provides guided e-health support, which has been shown to improve engagement and effectiveness compared to unguided methods. The approach includes remote training for coaches who assist mothers, utilizing a combination of self-guided online sessions and live practice with professional trainers. By addressing barriers to treatment, this program aims to enhance both maternal mental health and child outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are economically disadvantaged mothers of young children who are experiencing depressive symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who are not mothers or who do not have young children may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health of mothers, leading to better parenting and child development outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar guided interventions for maternal depression, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Springfield, UNITED STATES
- Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat — Springfield, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith, David Randolph — Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat
- Study coordinator: Smith, David Randolph
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.