Exploring mental health treatment approaches in Ukraine's primary healthcare.
A mixed-methods sequential explanatory study to examine the implementation landscape for evidence-based transdiagnostic approaches for mental disorders in primary healthcare in Ukraine.
This study is looking at how doctors and healthcare providers in Ukraine understand and use the best treatments for mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and substance use, with the goal of finding ways to make mental health care better and more accessible for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kyevo-Mogylyanska Akademiya, Natsionalny Universytet NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kyiv, Ukraine) |
| Project ID | NIH-11088273 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how primary healthcare providers in Ukraine understand and implement evidence-based treatments for mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and substance use. It aims to identify barriers to effective mental health care and improve access to services by examining providers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices. By utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the study will gather both qualitative and quantitative data to inform better mental health service delivery in the country. The ultimate goal is to enhance the capacity of healthcare providers to address multiple mental health issues simultaneously.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals in Ukraine experiencing mental health disorders, particularly those with comorbid conditions.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Ukraine or those without mental health disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to effective mental health treatments for patients in Ukraine.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown promise in improving mental health service delivery in other countries, suggesting that this approach could be effective in Ukraine as well.
Where this research is happening
Kyiv, Ukraine
- Kyevo-Mogylyanska Akademiya, Natsionalny Universytet — Kyiv, Ukraine (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mazhnaia, Alona — Kyevo-Mogylyanska Akademiya, Natsionalny Universytet
- Study coordinator: Mazhnaia, Alona
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.