Improving mental health treatment for people on probation
Enhancing Mental Health Treatment Engagement among Probationers: Adapting an Organizational Linkage Implementation Strategy for Specialty Mental Health Probation
This study is looking at how to better support people with serious mental health issues who are on probation, by helping them connect with the right mental health services and working closely with probation officers, all with the goal of reducing repeat offenses and improving their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10918113 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the engagement of individuals with serious mental illnesses (SMI) who are involved in the criminal justice system, particularly those on probation. It aims to implement evidence-based practices that address the unique needs of these individuals by fostering collaboration between mental health service providers and probation officers. The study will explore how to effectively link these individuals to mental health treatment and resources, ultimately aiming to reduce recidivism and improve mental health outcomes. By understanding the factors that influence the implementation of these interventions, the research seeks to create a sustainable model for mental health support within the justice system.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who have serious mental illnesses and are currently on probation or parole.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the criminal justice system or do not have serious mental illnesses may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health treatment engagement and reduced rates of recidivism for individuals with serious mental illnesses on probation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that similar approaches to integrating mental health services within the criminal justice system can lead to significant improvements in treatment engagement and outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Van Deinse, Tonya Bloomer — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Van Deinse, Tonya Bloomer
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.