Effects of changes in the Child Tax Credit on mental health in adolescents
Official title: COVID-19 Pandemic-related Changes in the Child Tax Credit and Effects on Behavioral Health for Medicaid-enrolled Adolescents
Funded at Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp · NIH-10686628 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how the changes to the Child Tax Credit during the COVID-19 pandemic have affected the mental health of teenagers on Medicaid, to see if more money for families can help reduce stress and improve their well-being, especially for those dealing with depression.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, United States) |
| Project start | May 2, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $1,464,311 |
| NIH project number | 1RF1MH133406-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10686628 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents enrolled in Medicaid who are affected by behavioral health issues, particularly those with major depressive disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not enrolled in Medicaid or do not have behavioral health issues may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how changes to the Child Tax Credit during the COVID-19 pandemic have impacted the behavioral health of adolescents enrolled in Medicaid. By analyzing financial relief provided to families, the study aims to understand if increased household income can reduce stressors and improve mental health outcomes, particularly for those with major depressive disorders. The research employs a quasi-experimental design to compare behavioral health events before, during, and after the implementation of the Child Tax Credit changes. It also explores how these financial resources may help adolescents continue their treatment for mental health issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes for adolescents by demonstrating the importance of financial support in reducing behavioral health issues.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that financial support can positively impact mental health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.
Where this research is happening
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Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chavez, Laura — Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
- Study coordinator: Chavez, Laura
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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.
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