Enhancing Social Functioning in Young People at Ultra High Risk (UHR) for Psychosis: RCT of a Novel Strengths-based Online Social Therapy [ 2018 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Mario Alvarez-Jimenez (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Reeva Lederman ,  Dr Peter Koval ,  Dr Sarah Bendall ,  Prof Alison Yung
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Brief description Psychosis is a devastating mental health disorder that results in great personal suffering and enormous societal costs. Early intervention is seen as the most promising treatment approach with potential to bring about long-term recovery. The aims of this project are to assess the effectiveness of a highly novel strengths-based online social media intervention in preventing psychosocial deterioration and improve social functioning in young people at ultra high risk of developing psychosis.

Funding Amount $1,543,657.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant