NCT06508450 · New York University
A Mental Health Services Engagement Program for Racial and Ethnic Minority Young Adults
What this study is about
Researchers aim to test a brief culturally-responsive young adult orientation program for community mental health services. They will conduct a 24-month randomly assigned trial with 80 young adults from racial and ethnic minority groups in a community-based mental health clinic.
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Researchers aim to test a brief culturally-responsive young adult orientation program for community mental health services. They will conduct a 24-month randomized trial with 80 young adults from racial and ethnic minority groups in a community-based mental health clinic.
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL
Just Do You
Just Do You Core Intervention utilizes creative arts and a provider team of a licensed clinician and professional peer to increase young adult engagement in adult outpatient mental health programs. Content addresses recovery, advantages of using mental health services, working with providers, stigma, and mental health literacy.
BEHAVIORAL
Component A
Content addresses participant cultural identities and how they may be barriers and facilitators to on-going engagement with services.
BEHAVIORAL
Component B
Content addresses identity-based motivations for on-going engagement with services and hope for the future.
BEHAVIORAL
Component C
Content addresses community and environmental barriers and facilitators to on-going engagement with services and self-efficacy.
Primary outcome measures
Participant acceptability questionnaire
Time frame: Immediately after the intervention
Self-report measure for assessing intervention acceptability from the perspectives of intervention recipients. Based on the theoretical framework of acceptability. Items are scored from 1 to 5. Possible total scores range from 9 to 45, with higher scores indicating greater acceptability.
Qualitative interviews
Time frame: Immediately after the intervention
Interviews with participants to assess acceptability of Components A, B, and C
Intervention adherence
Time frame: Baseline through study completion, an average of 2 years; repeated measure to assess change through study completion
Provider reported rate of intervention components completed by participants.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- From groups other than non-Hispanic White
- Enrolled in services at the partnering clinic site
Exclusion criteria
- Cognitive impairments (i.e., young adult cannot understand consent process)
- Unable to comprehend and speak English
Where
- The Bronx, New York
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Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial is a research study that tests new medical treatments, drugs, devices, or procedures to determine their safety and effectiveness. Trials are carefully designed and monitored to protect participants while advancing medical knowledge.
Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
Absolutely. Participation in clinical trials is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
How long does a clinical trial last?
Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Mar 13, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations