Understanding social networks and mental health services for Black and Latinx individuals with serious mental illnesses
A longitudinal examination of factors predicting the social networks and mental health services of Black and Latinx Individuals with serious mental illnesses
This study is looking at how the support from friends and family affects the mental health of Black and Latinx people dealing with serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and it aims to learn more about what helps or hinders their social connections over a year and a half.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11063237 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how social networks and the support they provide impact the mental health of Black and Latinx individuals with serious mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It aims to identify the factors that influence the size and quality of these social networks over an 18-month period, considering both clinical and systemic influences. By employing a longitudinal and mixed-method approach, the study will gather data from 600 participants to better understand their experiences and engagement with mental health services.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black and Latinx individuals diagnosed with serious mental illnesses who are seeking to understand and improve their social support networks.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or Latinx or those without serious mental illnesses may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health services and support systems tailored for Black and Latinx individuals with serious mental illnesses.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on social networks and mental health, this study's focus on Black and Latinx populations with serious mental illnesses is relatively novel and aims to fill a significant gap in existing literature.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pahwa, Rohini — New York University
- Study coordinator: Pahwa, Rohini
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.