Using mobile health technology to improve care for schizophrenia in community clinics
Implementing mHealth for Schizophrenia in Community Mental Health Settings
This study is looking at how a mobile health app called FOCUS can help people with schizophrenia manage their condition better in community mental health clinics, and it will test two different ways to make this app work smoothly in those clinics to see which one helps patients the most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10533730 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how mobile health (mHealth) technology can enhance the management of schizophrenia spectrum disorders (SSD) in community mental health clinics. The study focuses on implementing a mobile health system called FOCUS, which provides evidence-based illness management resources to individuals with SSD. By comparing two different facilitation strategies for integrating this technology into clinic workflows, the research aims to determine the most effective way to deliver mental health care to patients in real-world settings. Participants will benefit from improved access to care and support tailored to their needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia spectrum disorders who are receiving care at community mental health clinics.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with schizophrenia spectrum disorders or those who do not have access to community mental health services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of care and outcomes for patients with schizophrenia by providing them with accessible and effective management tools.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that mobile health interventions like FOCUS are feasible and effective, indicating a promising approach for improving mental health care delivery.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ben-Zeev, Dror — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Ben-Zeev, Dror
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.