Improving mental healthcare for youth in underserved communities
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This study is all about finding better ways to provide mental health care for young people in communities that might not have a lot of resources, and it’s designed to help make sure that the services they receive are effective and meet their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892056 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the implementation of evidence-based practices (EBPs) in mental healthcare for youth, particularly in low-resourced community settings. By collaborating with various stakeholders, the project aims to develop effective methods and toolkits that address challenges in delivering high-quality mental health services. The initiative is led by a transdisciplinary team and includes a structured approach to evaluate and refine implementation strategies to ensure they meet the needs of the community. The goal is to transform mental health care delivery and improve outcomes for young patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth receiving mental healthcare in low-resourced community settings.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving mental healthcare or those in well-resourced settings may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to effective mental health treatments for youth in underserved areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing evidence-based practices in similar community settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dorsey, Shannon — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Dorsey, Shannon
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.