Improving coordinated care for patients after their first episode of psychosis
Randomized controlled trial of enhanced coordinated specialty care (CSC 2.0)
This study is looking at a new way to help people who are having their first experience with psychosis by offering extra support and services to keep them engaged in treatment, and it’s for individuals receiving care in clinics across Massachusetts.
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-10918298 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to coordinated specialty care (CSC) for individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis. It aims to enhance patient engagement and retention in treatment by implementing a variety of supportive services, including peer providers, digital outreach, and cognitive remediation. The study will take place in a network of clinics in Massachusetts, where patients will receive either the enhanced CSC 2.0 or standard care. By addressing real-world challenges faced by clinics, the research seeks to improve overall patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently experienced their first episode of psychosis and are seeking coordinated specialty care.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing a first episode of psychosis or those who are not engaged in coordinated specialty care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment retention and improved outcomes for patients experiencing psychosis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that coordinated specialty care can be effective, but this approach aims to address specific real-world challenges, making it a novel intervention.
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.