Improving access to cognitive behavioral therapy for children with anxiety through online support.
Optimizing CBT Implementation among Community Providers Through Internet-based Consultation and Networking (i-CAN)
This study is testing a new online platform called i-CAN that helps community providers give better support and therapy to children with anxiety, especially in underserved areas, so they can connect and share ideas more easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tuscaloosa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10676908 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the delivery of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children experiencing anxiety by creating an online platform called i-CAN. This platform will facilitate remote peer consultation and support among community providers, helping them adopt and implement evidence-based interventions more effectively. The project will involve input from various stakeholders and will be tested through a pilot trial to assess its feasibility and impact. The focus is particularly on communities that are underserved, including those in rural areas and low-resource settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who are experiencing anxiety disorders and live in underserved communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have anxiety disorders or who are not within the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to high-quality mental health care for children with anxiety disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that online consultation and support models can effectively enhance the implementation of evidence-based practices in community settings.
Where this research is happening
Tuscaloosa, United States
- University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa — Tuscaloosa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: White, Susan Williams — University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
- Study coordinator: White, Susan Williams
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.