Improving parenting support to prevent behavioral health issues in children
Testing a brief eHealth parent-focused prevention intervention with parents referred from primary care clinics
This study is all about helping parents get better support for raising their kids by training doctors to talk more easily about behavioral health and connect families to helpful online parenting programs, making it simpler for everyone to join in and prevent problems like depression and behavior issues in children.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11145276 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to effective parenting programs through pediatric primary care clinics. It aims to train primary care clinicians to better communicate with parents about behavioral health issues and make appropriate referrals to online parenting interventions. By addressing logistical barriers and improving referral practices, the project seeks to increase participation in parenting programs that can prevent issues like depression and conduct disorders in children. The intervention is designed to be brief and accessible, making it easier for parents to engage.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents of children aged 0-11 who are seeking support for behavioral health concerns.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have children or whose children are older than 11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce behavioral health problems in children by providing parents with effective support and resources.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar parent-focused interventions in improving child behavioral health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mehus, Christopher J — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Mehus, Christopher J
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.