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Benjamin F Springgate1,2, Armen C Arevian3, Ashley Wennerstrom4
1LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA. bspri2@lsuhsc.edu.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|February 6, 2019
Summary
This study introduces the Community Resilience Learning Collaborative and Research Network (C-LEARN) to enhance mental health and quality of life for vulnerable populations in storm-prone areas. It employs a participatory approach to build community and individual resilience against depression and disaster impacts.
Area of Science:
- Community-based participatory research
- Mental health services research
- Disaster resilience and public health
Background:
- Southern Louisiana faces significant risks from hurricanes and storms, impacting residents' mental health.
- Individuals at risk for depression are often exposed to social risk factors and environmental hazards.
- Existing service programs require enhanced capacity to address complex community needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement the Community Resilience Learning Collaborative and Research Network (C-LEARN) study protocol.
- To determine effective strategies for building service program and individual client capacity to improve mental health-related quality of life.
- To address depression, social risk factors, and disaster preparedness in at-risk communities.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes a Community Partnered Participatory Research (CPPR) framework for community-driven study design.
- Phase 1 involves community needs assessment through key informant interviews and agency outreach.
- Phase 2 is a two-level randomized study (program and individual client) in four South Louisiana communities, comparing Community Engagement and Planning (CEP) with Technical Assistance (TA).
Main Results:
- The study will randomize health and social-community service programs to CEP or TA arms.
- Clients will be randomized to mobile applications offering resources or psychoeducation on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
- Data collection includes client surveys (baseline, 6-month, monthly) and administrator/staff surveys (baseline, 12-month).
Conclusions:
- The C-LEARN study protocol is designed for community-engaged implementation to build resilience.
- Findings will inform evidence-based and community-prioritized interventions for mental health and disaster preparedness.
- The study aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals facing depression, social risks, and environmental hazards.
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