Improving self-awareness in individuals with psychotic disorders
Official title: iTEST: Introspective Accuracy as a Novel Target for Functioning in Psychotic Disorders
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-11195278 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new mobile program called iTEST that helps people with psychotic disorders better understand their own abilities and performance, so they can improve their daily lives and feel better overall.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | June 20, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $798,675 |
| NIH project number | 4R33MH129379-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11195278 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with psychotic disorders and are actively seeking to improve their cognitive and functional abilities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a diagnosis of psychotic disorders or those who are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance introspective accuracy (IA) in individuals with psychotic disorders through a novel mobile intervention called iTEST. The approach involves a multi-modal training program delivered via mobile devices, which helps participants better assess their own performance and abilities. By improving IA, the research seeks to enhance daily functioning and overall quality of life for these individuals. The intervention includes coaching to apply improved self-assessment skills to real-world situations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in daily functioning and quality of life for individuals with psychotic disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in improving cognitive functions through mobile interventions, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Depp, Colin a. — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Depp, Colin a.
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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.