Improving access to mental health services for underserved youth and their caregivers
The Caregiver-Informed Treatment Engagement (CITE) Program: a Pilot Trial of a Treatment Engagement Intervention for Historically Underserved Youth
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY · NIH-11032192
This study is working to make it easier for young people of color to get the mental health support they need by creating a virtual program that involves their caregivers, helping families connect with services in a way that feels right for them.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11032192 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to mental health services for youth of color who are often underserved. It aims to develop a virtual group intervention called the Caregiver-Informed Treatment Engagement (CITE) Program, which involves caregivers in the treatment process. By collaborating with community partners, the program seeks to create culturally sensitive strategies that address barriers to care. The goal is to empower caregivers and improve engagement in mental health services for children referred by primary care providers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth of color aged 0-11 years who have been referred to mental health services and their caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not fall within the age range of 0-11 years or who are not from historically underserved backgrounds may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health service access and engagement for underserved youth and their families.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using caregiver interventions to improve access to mental health services, making this approach promising yet still innovative.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: YOUNG, ANDREA S — JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: YOUNG, ANDREA S
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.