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Supporting the mental health of young people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through peer-delivered programming

Center:
NH-Institute on Disability, UCEDD/LEND
Fiscal Year:
2025
Contact Information:
Ariel Schwartz
[email protected]
603-862-4320
Project Description:
We will conduct a pilot-RCT of a new peer-delivered mental health intervention for young adults (ages 18-30) with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who have co-occurring mental health conditions (YAIDD-MH). Using an inclusive research approach, we will: (1) adapt a promising mental health intervention, StepUp; (2) conduct feasibility a feasibility trial of peer-delivered StepUp ("StepUp-Peer"); and (3) conduct a pilot-RCT of StepUp-Peer. The findings from this research will provide important information about the potential effects of a mental health intervention for this underserved population. Additionally, it will lay groundwork for future peer-delivered interventions for individuals with IDD.
Keyword(s):
Core Function(s):
Other Direct/Model Services
Area of Emphasis
Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Adults with Disabilities
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
None
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
National
Funding Source:
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
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