Improving mental health care access for children in schools
Official title: Project 3: Organizational implementation strategies to integrate a new mental health workforce in schools
Funded at University of Oregon · NIH-11091023 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making it easier for kids to get mental health support at school by training new specialists who can help them feel better and thrive in their learning environment.
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) | $24,175 |
| NIH project number | 1P50MH139449-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11091023 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who may benefit from enhanced mental health services in schools.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not attending schools may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to mental health care for children by training a new workforce of child behavioral health specialists (CBHS) in schools. The project aims to create a supportive environment for these specialists to effectively deliver evidence-based mental health practices. By collaborating with school mid-level managers, the research seeks to implement strategies that foster a positive climate for integrating mental health services into routine school operations. This approach is designed to ensure that children receive timely and effective mental health support within their educational settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to mental health care for children, leading to better mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in implementing similar workforce integration strategies in educational settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oregon
Eugene, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Seeley, John R — University of Oregon
- Study coordinator: Seeley, John R
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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.