Improving support for women with depression during and after pregnancy

Collaborative Care Model for Perinatal Depression Support Services -- Population-Level Equity-Centered Systems Change (COMPASS-PLUS): A Hybrid Type 2 Cluster Randomized Trial

NIH-funded research Women and Infants Hospital-Rhode Island · NIH-10931689

This study is working to improve support for women dealing with depression during and after pregnancy by bringing together mental health and pregnancy care, making sure everyone gets the help they need, no matter their background.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionWomen and Infants Hospital-Rhode Island NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Providence, United States)
Project IDNIH-10931689 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to enhance the care provided to women experiencing depression during and after pregnancy by implementing a collaborative care model. It focuses on breaking down barriers in the healthcare system that prevent effective treatment, such as the separation of obstetric and psychiatric care. By integrating mental health services into perinatal care, the project seeks to ensure that women receive consistent screening, diagnosis, and treatment for depression. The approach emphasizes equity, aiming to address disparities in care among different racial and ethnic groups.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women or new mothers who are experiencing symptoms of depression.

Not a fit: Patients who are not currently pregnant or have not recently given birth may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and overall quality of life for women experiencing perinatal depression.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrated care models can effectively improve outcomes for patients with mental health conditions, suggesting a promising approach for this study.

Where this research is happening

Providence, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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