Measuring the quality of mental health care based on patient-reported symptoms
An Outcome-Focused Measure of Mental Health Care Quality based on Standardized Patient-Reported Symptoms
This study is working on a new way to measure how well mental health treatments are helping people with depression and anxiety by asking patients for their feedback, so that everyone can get better care and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11159725 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and validate a new quality measure for mental health care that focuses on patient-reported symptoms of depression and anxiety. By collecting regular feedback from patients, the study seeks to create a standardized way to assess the effectiveness of mental health treatments across various providers and settings. The goal is to improve the quality of care by providing healthcare organizations and patients with better information about treatment options and outcomes. This approach will help reduce disparities in mental health care and ensure that patients receive the best possible support.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing common depressive and anxiety disorders who are seeking mental health treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with severe mental health conditions that require specialized or intensive care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health care quality and better treatment outcomes for patients with depression and anxiety disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that standardized patient-reported measures can successfully improve care quality in various health fields, indicating a promising approach in mental health as well.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Young, Alexander S. — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Young, Alexander S.
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.