Creating a mental health toolkit for underserved families.
Official title: Co-Developing a Psychoeducational Mental Health Toolkit for Underserved Families to Navigate the Mental Health System
Funded at California State University Northridge · NIH-10866600 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a helpful toolkit for families in Santa Barbara County to better understand and access mental health services, making it easier for them to get the support they need in both English and Spanish.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | California State University Northridge NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Northridge, United States) |
| Project start | September 2, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $181,250 |
| NIH project number | 5R16GM146676-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10866600 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are underserved families, particularly those from racial/ethnic minority backgrounds or socially disadvantaged communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already well-informed about mental health services and have access to them may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a Psychoeducation Toolkit aimed at helping underserved families navigate the mental health system. By collaborating with community partners in Santa Barbara County, the project seeks to enhance mental health literacy and reduce stigma associated with mental health issues. The toolkit will be co-developed with input from families and will be available in both English and Spanish, making it accessible to a wider audience. The goal is to empower families to seek help and utilize mental health services effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to mental health services for underserved families, leading to better mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that psychoeducational interventions can effectively improve mental health literacy and engagement in care, suggesting a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
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California State University Northridge
Northridge, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Martinez, Jonathan — California State University Northridge
- Study coordinator: Martinez, Jonathan
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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.