Improving psychotherapy attendance for Latinx teens with depression
Refinement and Testing of Implementation Strategies to Promote Psychotherapy Attendance for Depression among Latinx Teens
This study is all about helping Latinx teens who are dealing with depression get the therapy they need by figuring out what stops them from attending sessions and creating friendly ways to encourage them to stick with it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11071974 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the attendance of Latinx adolescents in psychotherapy for depression. It aims to identify barriers that prevent these teens from starting and continuing treatment by engaging them, their parents, and healthcare providers in discussions. Through focus groups and workshops, the study will develop tailored strategies to promote better engagement in therapy. Finally, a clinical trial will test the effectiveness of these strategies in improving attendance and reducing depressive symptoms among participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx adolescents experiencing symptoms of depression who may benefit from psychotherapy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latinx or those who do not have depressive symptoms may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased psychotherapy attendance and improved mental health outcomes for Latinx teens suffering from depression.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can improve mental health treatment engagement among minority populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stafford, Allison Mccord — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Stafford, Allison Mccord
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.