Improving mental health for mothers and their children together
Efficacy of an integrated intervention to treat maternal depression and children’s behavior problems: A transactional perspective
This study is exploring a new way to help moms who are feeling depressed and their kids who are having behavior issues, by providing them with special support together to improve their well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10456228 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to treat both maternal depression and behavior problems in children simultaneously. It aims to address the interconnected issues of maternal mental health and children's behavior by integrating existing interventions into a comprehensive program. The study will involve a randomized controlled trial where mothers experiencing depression and their children with behavior problems will receive tailored support. By focusing on both the mother and child, the research seeks to improve outcomes for both parties.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are mothers experiencing depression who have children exhibiting behavior problems.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have children or whose children do not exhibit behavior problems may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments that enhance the mental health of mothers while simultaneously improving their children's behavior.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with integrated interventions for maternal and child mental health, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pfiffner, Linda — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Pfiffner, Linda
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.