Improving mental health services for youth in schools
Project 3
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON · NIH-10892063
This study is all about helping schools provide better mental health care for students by encouraging the people who work there to adopt new, effective practices, so that more kids can get the support they need to thrive.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10892063 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the delivery of evidence-based mental health practices in schools by motivating providers to change their behavior. It employs a group-based implementation strategy called BASIS, which combines education, motivational interviewing, and social influence techniques to improve clinicians' attitudes and engagement. The goal is to ensure that more students receive high-quality mental health care, ultimately leading to better outcomes for youth. The project builds on previous trials that demonstrated the feasibility and effectiveness of this approach.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth who are receiving or could benefit from mental health services provided in school settings.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in school or do not require mental health services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more youth receiving effective mental health services in schools, improving their overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous trials of the BASIS approach have shown promising results, indicating that similar strategies can effectively enhance clinician engagement and improve treatment delivery.
Where this research is happening
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON — SEATTLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LYON, AARON ROBERT — UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
- Study coordinator: LYON, AARON ROBERT
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.