Preventing postpartum depression in sexual and gender minority pregnant people through in-person and virtual programs
Official title: Group-based Prevention of Postpartum Depression: In-person vs. Virtual Delivery
Funded at University of Denver (Colorado Seminary) · NIH-11020219 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well a special program called ROSE helps prevent postpartum depression in pregnant people from sexual and gender minority communities, and it compares whether in-person or online sessions work better for their mental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Denver (Colorado Seminary) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Denver, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $100,000 |
| NIH project number | 3R01MH130976-03S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11020219 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include pregnant individuals who identify as part of the sexual and gender minority community.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as part of the sexual and gender minority community may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a prevention program for postpartum depression (PPD) specifically designed for sexual and gender minority (SGM) pregnant individuals. It aims to understand the unique risk factors that SGM people face, such as minority stress, and evaluates a universal intervention called ROSE, which is delivered in both English and Spanish. The study compares the outcomes of in-person versus virtual delivery of this intervention, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data to assess its impact on mental health. By focusing on underserved populations, the research seeks to enhance access to effective mental health services.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide tailored prevention strategies for postpartum depression that significantly improve mental health outcomes for SGM pregnant individuals.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically targeting SGM populations for postpartum depression prevention, similar approaches in mental health interventions have shown promise in other underserved groups.
Where this research is happening
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University of Denver (Colorado Seminary)
Denver, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rhoades, Galena — University of Denver (Colorado Seminary)
- Study coordinator: Rhoades, Galena
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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.