Improving mental health access for underserved adolescents
Official title: Expanding access and accelerating delivery of interventions to promote mental health for underserved adolescents
Funded at University of Oregon · NIH-11091017 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to support the mental health of middle school kids who might not have access to help, by working with schools and communities to make sure they get the right resources when they need them most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oregon NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project start | May 7, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $2,234,643 |
| NIH project number | 1P50MH139449-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11091017 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12-20 from underserved communities who may be experiencing mental health challenges.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 12-20 or those not from underserved backgrounds may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance mental health support for underserved adolescents by implementing effective school-based interventions. It focuses on understanding and improving the delivery of these interventions during critical middle school years, a time when mental health issues often begin to escalate. The project involves collaboration with schools and communities to ensure that resources are accessible and tailored to the needs of youth and their families. By utilizing innovative methods and a transdisciplinary approach, the research seeks to create a sustainable framework for mental health promotion in educational settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health outcomes for underserved adolescents, helping them lead healthier and more productive lives.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing school-based mental health interventions, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oregon
Eugene, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stormshak, Elizabeth a — University of Oregon
- Study coordinator: Stormshak, Elizabeth a
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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.