Helping people with mental health issues successfully reintegrate after incarceration
Community-engaged research to promote mental health and successful reentry outcomes following incarceration
This study is all about helping people who have been in prison and are dealing with mental health issues as they return to their communities by adapting a proven mental health program to better meet their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11037150 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to support individuals who have been incarcerated and are facing mental health challenges as they reintegrate into their communities. It focuses on adapting an evidence-based mental health program, the Healthy Minds Program, to better serve the needs of formerly incarcerated individuals. By collaborating with community partners and those who have experienced incarceration, the project seeks to create an in-person version of the program that addresses trauma and promotes well-being. The research will gather data on the feasibility and effectiveness of this adapted program to inform future larger-scale trials.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have been incarcerated and are experiencing mental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not formerly incarcerated or do not have mental health challenges may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health support for formerly incarcerated individuals, leading to better reentry outcomes and reduced recidivism.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with community-engaged mental health interventions, indicating promise for this adapted approach.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grupe, Daniel W — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Grupe, Daniel W
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.