Improving mental health support for students in schools
Official title: Advancing Implementation of Single Session Interventions in Schools
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-11067406 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to help students with mild to moderate mental health concerns by offering quick, easy-to-use online support sessions in schools, making it easier for kids to get the help they need before problems get bigger.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31MH139185-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11067406 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are students in school settings who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health concerns.
✕Less likely to help
Students with severe mental health issues requiring intensive treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on implementing digital, self-administered Single Session Interventions (SSIs) in schools to provide mental health support for students with mild to moderate concerns. By delivering evidence-based content in a single session, the project aims to make mental health services more accessible and effective in school settings. The research will explore practical strategies for integrating these interventions into existing school systems, addressing barriers such as time and staffing limitations. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance the likelihood that students will receive timely mental health support before issues escalate.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to mental health support for students, helping to prevent more severe mental health issues.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that Single Session Interventions can be clinically effective, but this research aims to explore their practical implementation in schools, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cohen, Katherine — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Cohen, Katherine
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- 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.