Improving child mental health in Uganda by enhancing family financial stability and parenting skills.
Suubi(Hope)4StrongerFamilies: Addressing Child Behavioral Health by Strengthening Financial Stability and Parenting among Families in Uganda
This study is looking at how to help kids in Uganda who are struggling with mental health issues by improving parenting and financial support in their communities, so they can grow up happier and healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11042734 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the mental health needs of children in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Uganda, where many children face significant behavioral health challenges. The project aims to implement community-based interventions that strengthen financial stability and parenting practices, which are crucial for improving child behavioral health outcomes. By utilizing existing child-focused institutions and mobilizing community resources, the research seeks to create scalable solutions that can be integrated into local settings. The study will explore how these interventions can effectively target the social influences impacting child mental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-20 years in Uganda who are experiencing behavioral health issues, as well as their caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients who are not located in Uganda or who do not have access to the community-based interventions being tested may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes for children in Uganda by providing families with the tools and resources they need to support their children's behavioral health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with community-based interventions targeting child mental health in similar contexts, indicating that this approach has the potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ssewamala, Fred M — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Ssewamala, Fred M
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.