Improving depression care access for Black women who have survived intimate partner violence
Increasing Access To Depression Care For Black Women Survivors Of Intimate Partner Violence
This study is looking at how to help Black women who have experienced intimate partner violence and are dealing with depression by using the support of their local Black churches to connect them with mental health care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10887246 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the high rates of depression among Black women who have survived intimate partner violence (IPV). It aims to leverage the Black church as a trusted community resource to provide better access to mental health care. The study will explore innovative methods to connect these women with necessary depression treatments, recognizing the unique challenges they face due to systemic inequities. By utilizing community-based approaches, the research seeks to improve mental health outcomes for this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black women who have experienced intimate partner violence and are struggling with depression.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or who have not experienced intimate partner violence may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance access to mental health care for Black women IPV survivors, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions, particularly those involving trusted local institutions like churches, can effectively improve access to mental health care for underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Waller, Bernadine — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Waller, Bernadine
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.