Evaluating the effects of a maternal depression intervention on families during COVID-19
Risk and resilience: Evaluating the multigenerational effect of a psychosocial maternal depression intervention against COVID-19-related stressors
This study is looking at how helping mothers with depression can ease the mental health challenges brought on by COVID-19 for both them and their kids, especially in families that might be struggling, and it uses data from a long-term study in rural Pakistan to find ways to support mental well-being for everyone involved.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10613686 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how maternal depression interventions can help mitigate the mental health impacts of COVID-19 on mothers and their children. It focuses on understanding the long-term effects of the pandemic on families, particularly in vulnerable populations. By analyzing data from a longitudinal study in rural Pakistan, the research aims to identify risk factors and protective elements that can support mental health across generations. The study employs both experimental and observational methodologies to assess the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are mothers and their children aged 0-11 years who are experiencing mental health challenges due to COVID-19.
Not a fit: Patients who are not mothers or do not have children in the specified age range may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes for mothers and children affected by COVID-19-related stressors.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using psychosocial interventions to improve maternal and child mental health, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maselko, Joanna — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Maselko, Joanna
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.