Culturally-sensitive digital mental health support for Asian Americans
Official title: Anise Health: Culturally-Sensitive Digital Mental Health for Asian Americans
Funded at Anise Health INC · NIH-11008667 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a friendly online platform to help Asian Americans get the mental health support they need, especially for anxiety and depression, by making sure the care is culturally relevant and easy to access.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Anise Health INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lewes, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $311,413 |
| NIH project number | 1R41MH134727-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11008667 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Asian American individuals experiencing anxiety or depression who may have previously struggled to engage with traditional mental health services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Asian American or those without mental health concerns may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a digital platform that provides culturally-adapted mental health care specifically for Asian Americans, who face unique challenges in accessing effective mental health services. The project aims to address the high rates of anxiety and depression within this community, particularly exacerbated by recent societal issues such as anti-Asian hate. By utilizing technology, the research seeks to enhance patient engagement and retention in mental health treatment, ensuring that cultural stressors are effectively addressed. The approach includes adapting evidence-based practices to better fit the cultural context of Asian Americans, thereby improving treatment outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health outcomes for Asian Americans by providing tailored support that resonates with their cultural experiences.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been adaptations of evidence-based practices for other minoritized groups, this approach specifically targeting Asian Americans is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
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Anise Health INC
Lewes, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, Alice — Anise Health INC
- Study coordinator: Zhang, Alice
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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.