Improving mental health training and support for Native American adolescents
Official title: Fort Belknap - JHU NARCH XI Administrative Core
Funded at Fort Belknap Indian Community · NIH-10914793 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping nurses get better training in mental health so they can support Native American teens in rural areas, and it includes creating tools and plans to improve their well-being and respond to tough situations like suicide.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fort Belknap Indian Community NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Harlem, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $69,610 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM142116-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10914793 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Native American adolescents living in rural areas who may benefit from enhanced mental health resources and support.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Native American or those living outside the targeted rural communities may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance mental health training for nurses and develop effective strategies to support Native American adolescents, particularly in rural settings. It includes training programs for students and tribal health leaders, as well as the adaptation of a safety planning app to improve health outcomes. The initiative also focuses on creating a response plan for suicide clusters and promoting healing after suicide deaths. By coordinating various research and training efforts, the project seeks to foster collaboration and communication within the community.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health support and resources for Native American adolescents, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar community-based mental health interventions, indicating a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Fort Belknap Indian Community
Harlem, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brockie, Teresa — Fort Belknap Indian Community
- Study coordinator: Brockie, Teresa
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.