Using digital tools to improve mental health care coordination
Implementation of Digital Mental Health Tools in Ambulatory Care Coordination
This study is looking at how to make mental health care better for people dealing with depression by using a new digital tool that helps care managers support their patients more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890596 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing care coordination for patients struggling with mental health issues, particularly depression. It aims to implement a digital mental health intervention that care managers can use to better support patients in managing their mental health. By integrating this digital platform into existing care coordination services, the project seeks to improve access to mental health resources and streamline the support provided by care managers. The research will involve adapting the digital tool to fit the needs of care managers and their patients, ultimately aiming to make mental health care more efficient and accessible.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients experiencing difficulties in managing their mental health, particularly those with depression, who are receiving care coordination services.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have access to care coordination services or those without mental health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to mental health resources for patients, leading to better management of depression and overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using digital tools for mental health management, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Graham, Andrea Kass — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Graham, Andrea Kass
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.