Improving engagement in youth with first episode psychosis
UMB Admin Core
This study is all about helping young people who are going through their first episode of psychosis by making sure they get the best support and care from different hospitals and universities, so they feel more connected and stay engaged in their treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11074214 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the engagement of young individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis through a coordinated specialty care approach. It aims to optimize communication and resources across multiple institutions, including the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University, to ensure effective support for these patients. The Administrative Core will facilitate collaboration among researchers and healthcare providers to develop strategies that prevent disengagement from treatment. By creating a centralized infrastructure, the project seeks to improve the overall care experience for youth facing these challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young individuals who have recently experienced their first episode of psychosis.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing first episode psychosis or those who are not within the youth age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment adherence and outcomes for young patients with first episode psychosis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that coordinated specialty care can significantly improve outcomes for individuals with psychosis, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bennett, Melanie E. — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Bennett, Melanie E.
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.