This study explored how community health workers and healthcare providers understand and respond to low use of mental health services among Latino immigrant communities in the United States. Through group discussions, both groups shared that people face many barriers like cost, trust, cultural differences, and difficult life circumstances. Community health workers focused more … [Read more...] about Examining Mental Healthcare Underutilization Among Latino Immigrants: Healthcare Providers’ and Community Health Workers’ Perspectives
Mental health
Pilot test of an adapted relational savoring intervention for Latine-serving community health workers
This study tested a wellbeing program designed for community health workers who serve Latine communities. The program helped workers reflect on positive moments with the people they support. About 80 participants were split into two groups, with one receiving the program and the other waiting before starting later. Those who took part found the program helpful and easy to use, … [Read more...] about Pilot test of an adapted relational savoring intervention for Latine-serving community health workers
Feasibility and acceptability of technology-assisted problem management plus (TA-PM+) in community settings in Pakistan: a pre-post mixed-methods study
This study in Pakistan tested a digital-supported mental health program delivered by community-based health workers to women experiencing emotional distress. The program included guided sessions, videos, and simple tools to help workers deliver care more consistently. Most participants completed all sessions, and the quality of delivery was high. Women who took part showed … [Read more...] about Feasibility and acceptability of technology-assisted problem management plus (TA-PM+) in community settings in Pakistan: a pre-post mixed-methods study
Barriers and Facilitators in the Implementation of the Systematic Medical Appraisal, Referral, and Treatment (SMART) Mental Health Digital Intervention in Rural India: Mixed Methods Process Evaluation Study
This study looked at a mental health program in India that used mobile technology, community health workers (CHWs), doctors, and community education to help people with depression, anxiety, and self-harm risks. The program was successfully carried out, with most participants receiving follow-up support from CHWs and many community members exposed to anti-stigma messages. CHWs … [Read more...] about Barriers and Facilitators in the Implementation of the Systematic Medical Appraisal, Referral, and Treatment (SMART) Mental Health Digital Intervention in Rural India: Mixed Methods Process Evaluation Study
Acceptability of a digital program for training community health workers in the early detection and referral of schizophrenia in rural India: A mixed-methods pilot study
This study in rural India tested a digital training program for community health workers to help them recognize signs of schizophrenia and refer people for care. Twenty community health workers took part and shared their views through group discussions and surveys. They found the training useful and realized they had often seen symptoms in their communities without knowing what … [Read more...] about Acceptability of a digital program for training community health workers in the early detection and referral of schizophrenia in rural India: A mixed-methods pilot study