Improving mental health services and reducing justice system involvement for individuals with behavioral health issues
Evaluation of Stepping Up Efforts to Improve MH Services and Justice Utilization
This study is looking at how well the Stepping Up Initiative helps people with mental health issues get better services instead of ending up in jail, and it’s for anyone interested in improving care for those involved in the criminal justice system.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | George Mason University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fairfax, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10677888 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research evaluates the effectiveness of the Stepping Up Initiative, which aims to enhance mental health services and reduce reliance on the criminal justice system for individuals with behavioral health issues. The study will assess how well this initiative overcomes barriers to implementing evidence-based practices (EBPPs) in various counties across the U.S. By using both quantitative and qualitative methods, the research will gather insights from administrators in jails, probation, and mental health services to understand the impact of interagency collaboration and system integration on service delivery. The goal is to identify strategies that increase access to behavioral health services for those involved in the criminal justice system.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are involved in the criminal justice system and have mental health or behavioral health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have behavioral health issues or are not involved in the criminal justice system may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to mental health services for individuals with behavioral health issues, reducing their involvement in the criminal justice system.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at integrating mental health services within the criminal justice system have shown promise, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Fairfax, United States
- George Mason University — Fairfax, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Taxman, Faye S — George Mason University
- Study coordinator: Taxman, Faye 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.