Examining how social factors affect mental health during COVID-19
Official title: International evaluation of modifiable social determinants of health on COVID-related mental health outcomes
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-10757202 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how things like feeling lonely and financial struggles affect mental health during COVID-19, and it's for anyone who wants to share their experiences to help us understand how different people around the world are coping during the pandemic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 2, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $3,155,102 |
| NIH project number | 1RF1MH134638-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10757202 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing mental health challenges related to COVID-19, particularly those from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have any mental health concerns or who are not affected by the social determinants being studied may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of social determinants, such as isolation and economic factors, on mental health outcomes related to COVID-19. By analyzing data from diverse international cohorts, the study aims to identify the individual and social factors that contribute to mental health issues during the pandemic. The research will focus on both high-income and low- to middle-income countries to ensure a comprehensive understanding of these effects across different populations. Participants may be asked to provide information about their mental health and social circumstances over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health interventions tailored to the needs of various communities affected by the pandemic.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that social determinants significantly influence mental health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smoller, Jordan W — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Smoller, Jordan W
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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.