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Mental Health Navigation for Youth Mental Health (FMHN Trial)
N/A
Recruiting
Led By Marina Tolou-Shams, Ph.D
Research Sponsored by University of California, San Francisco
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Ages 6-17
Be younger than 18 years old
Must not have
Youth is not English-speaking nor Spanish-speaking
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 12 months post enrollment
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group
Summary
This trial tests a support system called the Family Mental Health Navigator (FMHN) combined with mobile technology to help publicly-insured youth access mental health services. It aims to improve how these young people start and stay in treatment, especially those from racial and ethnic minority groups.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for English or Spanish-speaking children aged 6-17 who are publicly insured and currently receiving services at San Francisco General Hospital. They must have mobile phone access and an involved caregiver to provide consent. Children without a guardian's consent, non-English/Spanish speakers, or caregivers unable to give informed consent cannot participate.
What is being tested?
The study is testing a new approach called the Family Mental Health Navigator (FMHN), which uses family-based guidance along with mobile health technology to see if it helps young people start and stick with mental health services more effectively.
What are the potential side effects?
Since this intervention involves counseling and support rather than medication, there may not be physical side effects. However, participants might experience emotional discomfort when discussing personal issues during sessions.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSelect...
I am between 6 and 17 years old.
Exclusion Criteria
You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:Select...
I do not speak English or Spanish.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 12 months post enrollment
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 months post enrollment
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary study objectives
Time to treatment initiation
Time to treatment referral
Treatment engagement
Awards & Highlights
No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Trial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Family-based mental health navigationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Family-based navigator intervention combined with mHealth practices to improve mental health treatment initiation and engagement
Research Highlights
Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.Mechanism Of Action
Side Effect Profile
Prior Approvals
Other Research
Common treatments for mental health issues include psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and integrative approaches like family support and mobile health technologies. Psychotherapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), works by helping patients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Pharmacotherapy involves medications that alter brain chemistry to improve mood and cognitive function. The FMHN trial focuses on family support and mobile health technologies, which facilitate access to and engagement with mental health services.
These approaches work by providing continuous support, improving adherence to treatment plans, and enhancing communication between patients and healthcare providers. Understanding these mechanisms is crucial for mental health patients as it empowers them to actively participate in their treatment, leading to better outcomes and improved quality of life.
Interventions to identify and manage depression delivered by 'nontraditional' providers to community-dwelling older adults: A realist review.Exploring core competencies for mental health and addictions work within a Family Health Team setting.
Interventions to identify and manage depression delivered by 'nontraditional' providers to community-dwelling older adults: A realist review.Exploring core competencies for mental health and addictions work within a Family Health Team setting.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
San Francisco General Hospital FoundationUNKNOWN
University of California, San FranciscoLead Sponsor
2,593 Previous Clinical Trials
14,887,800 Total Patients Enrolled
5 Trials studying Mental Health
2,061 Patients Enrolled for Mental Health
Marina Tolou-Shams, Ph.DPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of California, San Francisco
1 Previous Clinical Trials
125 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Mental Health
125 Patients Enrolled for Mental Health
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I speak English or Spanish.I am between 6 and 17 years old.I do not speak English or Spanish.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Family-based mental health navigation
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.