SolanoConnex Program for Mental Health
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the SolanoConnex.org program in encouraging people to seek mental health support. Participants will either use SolanoConnex.org, which provides tools to connect with local mental health resources, or receive general mental health information available to the public. The study will track participants' use of mental health services and their attitudes toward seeking help. Residents of Solano County, CA, with mild to moderate mental health symptoms who have not previously used SolanoConnex.org may be suitable candidates. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to understanding mental health support systems in the community.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on mental health resources and engagement rather than medication use.
What prior data suggests that the SolanoConnex.org program is safe for mental health users?
Research has shown that the SolanoConnex.org program helps people find mental health resources. It aims to make seeking help easier and more comfortable. As a digital platform, not a medical treatment or drug, SolanoConnex.org lacks specific safety data. However, as a resource-finding tool rather than a medication, it generally avoids safety risks like side effects.
The program connects users with local mental health services through a website and mobile app. Users can access educational materials, videos, and podcasts, which enhance engagement with mental health resources. As a digital tool, it is likely easy to use, with no physical treatments involved.
In this trial, researchers compare SolanoConnex.org to standard mental health resource information. Participants in the intervention group receive full access to the platform, while the control group receives general mental health information. The focus is on how the program affects help-seeking behaviors and attitudes, not on safety in the traditional medical sense.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the SolanoConnex Program for Mental Health because it leverages digital tools to enhance access to mental health resources. Unlike traditional methods that rely on generic, publicly available information, SolanoConnex offers a personalized approach with a dedicated platform, including a website and mobile app, designed to engage users directly with local mental health services. It provides educational content, social media integration, and multimedia resources like videos and podcasts to profile mental health providers and topics, making it more interactive and user-friendly. This innovative use of technology aims to bridge gaps in mental health care accessibility and engagement, which is a significant shift from the usual standard of care.
What evidence suggests that the SolanoConnex.org program is effective for improving help-seeking attitudes and behaviors in mental health?
Research shows that the SolanoConnex.org program, accessible to participants in the intervention group of this trial, is designed to encourage seeking help for mental health issues. Studies have found that digital platforms can simplify access to mental health resources. SolanoConnex.org aims to increase engagement by offering educational materials, videos, and a straightforward guide to navigating mental health services. Although specific data on SolanoConnex.org's effectiveness is still being gathered, similar online mental health programs have successfully increased service use and reduced stigma. This suggests that SolanoConnex.org might also help more people seek and receive mental health support.678910
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 living in Solano County, CA with mild to moderate mental health symptoms. Participants must own a smartphone with internet or data and be fluent in English. They should not have used SolanoConnex.org before.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants in the intervention group receive full access and orientation to SolanoConnex.org, including educational materials and resource navigation.
Control
Participants in the control group receive generic materials consisting of access to publicly available mental health resources.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for mental health service utilization and changes in attitudes and self-efficacy.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- SolanoConnex.org
Trial Overview
The study tests if the SolanoConnex.org program improves attitudes and behaviors towards seeking mental health help compared to standard resources. It's a randomized trial where one group uses the website and another gets usual public info.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Participants in the intervention group will be blinded to their study arm status. They will receive full access and orientation to SolanoConnex.org, including multiple features designed to enhance engagement with local mental health resources. First, they will be granted access to the SolanoConnex.org website and mobile application, educational materials, social media and resource navigation. To facilitate ease of use, participants will receive a step-by-step guide and a tutorial video demonstrating how to navigate the platform's features. Additionally, they will gain access to SolanoConnex-produced videos and podcasts which profiles mental health providers and covers various mental health topics.
Participants in the control group will also be blinded to their study arm status. They will receive generic materials consisting of access to publicly available mental health resources without exposure to SolanoConnex.org or its patient navigator services. They will be provided with general information on national mental health hotlines, local mental health services, and online directories of available resources but will not receive specific training or guidance in using these resources.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Touro University, California
Lead Sponsor
Solano County Board of Supervisors
Collaborator
Citations
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The goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the SolanoConnex.org program on help-seeking attitudes and help-seeking behaviors among users ...
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The goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the SolanoConnex.org program on help-seeking attitudes and help-seeking behaviors ...
performance outcomes report - Solano County - DHCS
This report measures the effectiveness of adult specialty mental health services. It models reports developed to measure Early and Periodic Screening ...
Access to the SolanoConnex.org in Mental Health - ICH GCP
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This review aimed to examine the effectiveness of e-mental health interventions in enhancing the well-being of healthcare professionals and to identify ...
Programs / Public Health / Tuition & Aid / Scholarships
SolanoConnex Mental Health Access Fellowship. Funding provided by Touro University and Solano County - solanoconnex.tu.edu, solanoconnex.org ; Community ...
Behavioral Health | Solano County, California
Solano County Behavioral Health's mission is to serve our diverse community impacted by mental health and substance use challenges in holistic ways.
SolanoConnex Update
Each kiosk contains the SolanoConnex web app and can be used by anyone to find mental and emotional health resources! By working with our community partners and ...
SolanoConnex Program for Mental Health
The goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the SolanoConnex.org program on help-seeking attitudes and help-seeking behaviors ...
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