Improving mental health care access for transgender and nonbinary adults
Mapping Interventions to Reduce Mental Health Services Disparities among Transgender and Nonbinary Adults
This study is looking into the challenges that transgender and nonbinary people in the Bronx face when trying to get mental health care, and it hopes to find ways to make those services better for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10994648 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the barriers that transgender and nonbinary individuals face in accessing mental health services, particularly in the Bronx, NY. It aims to analyze data from patient medical charts and conduct interviews with advocates to understand the disparities in care quality and availability. By identifying these gaps, the project seeks to develop targeted interventions to improve mental health service delivery for this population. The research focuses on understanding the unique challenges faced by transgender individuals in healthcare settings and aims to create actionable solutions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are transgender and nonbinary adults aged 21 and older who are seeking mental health services.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as transgender or nonbinary may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to quality mental health services for transgender and nonbinary adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions can significantly improve healthcare access and outcomes for marginalized populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Bronx, United States
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Bronx, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Breslow, Aaron S — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Breslow, Aaron S
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.