Improving mental health services for young adults from diverse backgrounds
Official title: Adapting and Testing A Mental Health Services Engagement Program for Racial and Ethnic Minority Young Adults
Funded at New York University · NIH-11085065 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help young adults from different racial and ethnic backgrounds stay engaged in mental health treatment by making sure the support they receive fits their unique needs and experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $184,298 |
| NIH project number | 5K23MH132814-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11085065 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are racial and ethnic minority young adults aged 21 and under who are experiencing serious mental illnesses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as racial or ethnic minorities or who are over the age of 21 may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing mental health service engagement for racial and ethnic minority young adults who are at risk of disengaging from treatment. It aims to adapt existing evidence-based interventions to better meet the cultural and developmental needs of these individuals. By collaborating with young adults, mental health providers, and expert mentors, the project seeks to create a more supportive and effective treatment environment. The approach includes using a participatory framework to ensure that the voices and preferences of the target population are central to the program's development.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes and increased service utilization among minority young adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can improve engagement and outcomes in mental health services for minority populations.
Where this research is happening
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New York University
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moore, Kiara — New York University
- Study coordinator: Moore, Kiara
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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.