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Improving mental health for Hispanic adolescents in primary care

Scaling a Parenting Evidence Based Intervention (EBI) for Latinx Youth Mental Health in Primary Care

NA · University of Miami · NCT05426057

This study is testing a new online program called Familias Unidas to see if it can help Hispanic teens aged 12 to 16 feel less depressed, anxious, and suicidal while getting support from their families.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment468 (estimated)
Ages12 Years to 16 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Miami (other)
Locations17 sites (Miami, Florida and 16 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05426057 on ClinicalTrials.gov

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.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are Hispanic adolescents aged 12 to 16 who are experiencing mental health challenges and have supportive caregivers.

Not a fit: Patients who do not self-identify as Hispanic or who plan to move out of the study area during the trial may not benefit.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve mental health outcomes for Hispanic adolescents in primary care settings.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using eHealth interventions for mental health, particularly in minority populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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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 this trial is running

Miami, Florida and 16 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, Drug Use, effectiveness-implementation type 1 hybrid trial, Latinx mental health in primary care, Latinx adolescent, eHealth intervention, Familias Unidas

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.