Helping Latino families improve mental health and access care
Official title: The Latino Youth and Family Empowerment Study – III (LYFE-III): Bringing to Scale a Culturally-Adapted and Evidence-Based Intervention for Latino Families
Funded at Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr · NIH-10948575 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to create a special program to help Latino families, especially kids aged 0-11, feel better mentally after the tough times brought on by COVID-19, by making sure they get the right support and resources they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $255,855 |
| NIH project number | 1R34MH134935-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10948575 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino families with children aged 0-11 who are experiencing mental health challenges or barriers to accessing care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Latino or do not have children within the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and implementing a culturally-adapted intervention aimed at improving mental health outcomes for Latino families, particularly youth aged 0-11. It addresses the unique stressors faced by these families, especially those exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to increased rates of depression and suicidal thoughts among Latino youth. The study aims to overcome barriers to mental health care access, such as discrimination and language issues, by providing tailored support and resources. Families will be engaged in active follow-up to ensure the effectiveness of the intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance mental health support for Latino families, leading to improved well-being and reduced rates of mental health issues among youth.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in culturally-adapted interventions for minority populations, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
College Station, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cobb, Cory Lamoine — Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
- Study coordinator: Cobb, Cory Lamoine
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.