Improving mental health support for youth in schools
Adaptive multi-tiered school-based prevention to promote youth mental health and create equitable and sustainable systems of care
This study is looking at a new way to improve mental health support for middle school students, especially those in underserved areas, by teaching skills for managing emotions and building better family and school relationships.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oregon NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11091020 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a school-based prevention model aimed at enhancing mental health services for adolescents, particularly in underserved communities. It employs a sequential multiple armed randomized trial (SMART) design to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions that focus on emotional regulation, family relationships, and school climate. By involving both schools and families, the project seeks to create a sustainable system of care that addresses the mental health needs of youth. The study will recruit middle schools and assess the impact of the Inclusive Skill-building Learning Approach (ISLA) on students' mental health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are middle school students and their families, particularly those from underserved communities experiencing mental health challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in middle school or who do not have access to the participating schools may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to mental health services for adolescents, leading to better emotional well-being and academic performance.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with school-based mental health interventions, indicating that this approach has the potential to be effective.
Where this research is happening
Eugene, United States
- University of Oregon — Eugene, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stormshak, Elizabeth a — University of Oregon
- Study coordinator: Stormshak, Elizabeth a
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.