Improving caregiver support for young children's mental health
Adapting and testing an adjunctive, digital single-session intervention to increase caregiver adoption of early childhood mental health preventive services
This study is creating an easy-to-use online program to help parents and caregivers get the support they need for their young children who might be at risk for mental health issues, making it simpler for them to find and access the right care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10843631 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the adoption of mental health preventive services for young children by developing a digital intervention that supports caregivers. It focuses on addressing the barriers caregivers face in seeking help after their children are identified as at risk for mental health issues. The approach involves creating an online single-session intervention that empowers caregivers by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to navigate mental health systems effectively. By centering on caregivers' needs and preferences, the research seeks to increase their willingness to access mental health care for their children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are caregivers of children aged 0-11 who have been identified as at risk for mental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have caregivers actively involved in their mental health care or those outside the age range of 0-11 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health outcomes of young children by ensuring that more caregivers seek and utilize available mental health resources.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that online interventions can successfully increase caregiver engagement with mental health resources, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schleider, Jessica Lee — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Schleider, Jessica Lee
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.