Improving collaboration between psychiatry and neuroscience for better treatments
Training to Enhance Alignment of Psychiatry and Neuroscience
This program at McLean Hospital is all about bringing together brain science and mental health care to create better treatments for people with mental health conditions by improving how these two fields work together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mclean Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Belmont, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10861924 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This training program at McLean Hospital focuses on enhancing the collaboration between psychiatry and neuroscience to improve the development of new treatments for mental health conditions. It aims to address the gaps in training that hinder effective communication between these two fields, leveraging advancements in brain imaging and genetic tools. By fostering a better understanding of how psychiatric illnesses manifest in the brain, the program seeks to translate scientific discoveries into practical applications for patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with psychiatric disorders who may benefit from innovative treatment approaches informed by advancements in neuroscience.
Not a fit: Patients with well-established treatment plans and no interest in new therapeutic approaches may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective treatments for psychiatric disorders by bridging the gap between neuroscience and psychiatry.
How similar studies have performed: While the integration of psychiatry and neuroscience is an emerging field, previous initiatives have shown promise in enhancing treatment outcomes, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Belmont, United States
- Mclean Hospital — Belmont, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carlezon, William a. — Mclean Hospital
- Study coordinator: Carlezon, William a.
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.