Helping families find early mental health support for children
Assisted Identification and Navigation of Early Mental Health Symptoms in Children
['FUNDING_R01'] · KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-10746793
This study is looking at a new way to help kids who might be showing early signs of mental health challenges by using health records to find those who need support, and then providing their families with a friendly guide for six months to help them get the care they need, while comparing their progress to families who are getting regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10746793 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to identify and support children showing early signs of mental health issues. It uses a predictive model to analyze health records and identify children who may need help but haven't yet received a diagnosis or treatment. Families of these children will receive support from a mental health navigator for six months to help them access necessary services. The study will take place in two healthcare systems, comparing the outcomes of families receiving this support to those receiving standard care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who show early signs of mental health symptoms but have not yet received a diagnosis or treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who have already been diagnosed with a mental health disorder and are receiving treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier identification and treatment of mental health issues in children, improving their overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that early intervention models can significantly improve mental health outcomes for children, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE — Oakland, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PENFOLD, ROBERT B. — KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: PENFOLD, ROBERT B.
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.
Conditions: Mental health disorders, Psychiatric Disease, Psychiatric Disorder, psychological disorder, Mental disorders