Improving care for patients with early psychosis
Laboratory for Early Psychosis Research (LEAP)
This study is all about finding the best ways to help people in Massachusetts who are going through their first episode of psychosis by creating a special clinic system and using smart data to figure out what treatments work best for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mclean Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Belmont, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10918293 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The LEAP Center focuses on enhancing coordinated specialty care for individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis. By developing a statewide clinic system in Massachusetts and utilizing advanced data collection methods, the research aims to identify the most effective treatment interventions. The project involves collaborations with experts from various fields, including data science and health policy, to conduct clinical trials and improve treatment strategies. Patients may benefit from tailored interventions based on robust data analysis and clinical predictions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis who are seeking coordinated specialty care.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic psychotic disorders or those who do not meet the criteria for first episode psychosis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment options for patients with early psychosis, improving their overall outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in improving treatment outcomes for early psychosis through coordinated care models, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Belmont, United States
- Mclean Hospital — Belmont, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ongur, Dost — Mclean Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ongur, Dost
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.