A program to improve early care for young people with psychosis
OnTrackNY's LearningHealthcareSystem
This study is looking at how well the OnTrackNY program helps young people who are just starting to experience psychosis, by connecting them with the right care and support in a friendly way across 21 different locations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10457891 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing OnTrackNY as a key part of a national learning health care system aimed at improving early intervention for psychosis in adolescents and young adults. It involves a network of 21 sites that provide coordinated specialty care for individuals within two years of experiencing non-affective psychosis. The program emphasizes data collection and evaluation to enhance the quality and effectiveness of mental health services. By integrating research with clinical practice, it aims to deliver culturally competent and accountable care to patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults who have experienced the onset of non-affective psychosis within the last two years.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing psychosis or who are outside the age range of adolescents and young adults may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved early intervention strategies for young people experiencing psychosis, potentially enhancing their long-term mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in early psychosis intervention have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective in improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dixon, Lisa B. — New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC
- Study coordinator: Dixon, Lisa B.
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.