An internet program to help prevent and reduce depression in pregnant and postpartum women
Official title: A multisite randomized controlled trial of an internet-based program for preventing and reducing perinatal depressive symptoms
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-10810691 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a friendly online program called 'Mamma Mia' that helps pregnant and new moms manage feelings of sadness, making it easier for them to feel supported and in control during this special time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project start | April 6, 2020 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $420,660 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD100395-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10810691 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women or those who have recently given birth and are experiencing depressive symptoms.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or postpartum, or those who do not experience depressive symptoms, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates an internet-based self-management program called 'Mamma Mia' aimed at preventing and reducing depressive symptoms in pregnant and postpartum women. The program is designed to be easily accessible and cost-effective, allowing women to engage with it during pregnancy and up to six months postpartum. It focuses on enhancing self-efficacy, emotional self-regulation, and perceived social support through a combination of innovative components. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of this program in a large-scale randomized controlled trial across diverse populations in the U.S.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide pregnant and postpartum women with effective tools to manage and reduce depressive symptoms, improving their mental health and overall well-being.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in Norway has shown the feasibility and efficacy of the 'Mamma Mia' program, indicating potential for success in the U.S. adaptation.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kinser, Patricia Anne — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Kinser, Patricia Anne
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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.