Helping preschool children by supporting their mothers' mental health
Improving Preschool Outcomes by Addressing Maternal Depression in Head Start
This study is looking to help preschool kids from low-income families by supporting their moms who might be feeling down, so they can both thrive together in school and life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11032807 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the outcomes of preschool children in low-income families by addressing maternal depression. It involves a stepped-care intervention where mothers with mild depressive symptoms receive a prevention program, while those with more severe symptoms are connected to mental health services. The study will take place in Head Start centers in Massachusetts, aiming to provide effective support to mothers and enhance their children's development and academic success. The approach is based on proven methods and seeks to create a coordinated intervention for a broad population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are mothers of preschool-aged children enrolled in Head Start programs who are experiencing depressive symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who are not mothers of preschool-aged children or those not experiencing depressive symptoms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health for mothers and better developmental and academic outcomes for their children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar community-based interventions aimed at alleviating maternal depression and improving child outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Silverstein, Michael — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Silverstein, Michael
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.