Improving access to mental health services for patients after traumatic injuries
Testing a Scalable Model of Care to Improve Patients’ Access to Mental Health Services after Traumatic Injury
This study is testing a new program to help people recover mentally after a traumatic injury by providing education, daily text support, mental health check-ins, and referrals for extra help if needed.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11018570 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new program designed to enhance mental health recovery for individuals who have experienced traumatic injuries. It employs a four-step approach that includes bedside education, daily text message support for symptom monitoring, mental health screenings, and referrals for treatment when necessary. The program aims to address the significant gap in mental health care that many trauma patients face, ensuring they receive the support they need throughout their recovery process.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently experienced a traumatic injury and may be at risk for developing mental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a traumatic injury or those who are already receiving comprehensive mental health care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health outcomes for patients recovering from traumatic injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results for similar interventions aimed at improving mental health support for trauma patients.
Where this research is happening
Charleston, United States
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ruggiero, Kenneth J — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Ruggiero, Kenneth J
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.