Improving mental health for Hispanic adolescents in primary care

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates an enhanced eHealth intervention called Familias Unidas aimed at reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and suicidal behavior among Hispanic adolescents aged 12 to 16. Conducted in 18 pediatric primary care clinics in South Florida, the study employs a randomized rollout design to assess the effectiveness and implementation of this intervention. Participants must have access to broadband internet and be living with a caregiver willing to engage in the program. The study focuses on families with poor communication or youth exhibiting elevated mental health symptoms.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Female and male adolescents, who self-identify as Hispanic (or Latino(a))
2. Adolescent between the ages of 12 - 16 years
3. Adolescent living with an adult primary caregiver who is willing to participate
4. Families must have broadband internet access on a device, including (but not limited to) a smartphone, iPad, tablet, computer at their home or other location (e.g., school, library, etc.)
5. Families screening positive on poor family communication (a score of less than 75 on the communication measure; see measures) or youth reporting elevated depressive or anxiety symptom scores (defined as 70 to 90 on the K-CAT) or a history of suicide behavior (ideation or attempts).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Families reporting plans to move out of the South Florida area during the study period.

Where it's running

• Mailman for Child Devlopment
  Miami, Florida, United States Recruiting
• Pediatric Mobile Clinic
  Miami, Florida, United States Recruiting
• UM Pediatric Mobile Clinic
  Miami, Florida, United States Recruiting
• UM UHealth Pediatrics at the Professional Arts Center
  Miami, Florida, United States Recruiting
• Borinquean Medical Centers
  Miami, Florida, United States Recruiting
• UHealth Pediatrics at Kendall
  Miami, Florida, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Guillermo Prado, PhD — University of Miami
• Study coordinator: Guillermo Prado, PhD
• Email: gprado@miami.edu
• Phone: 305-284-2002

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.