What this study is
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 compared to a control group. This study will employ a randomized controlled trial design with two parallel arms. Participants in the intervention group will receive full access and orientation to SolanoConnex.org, including multiple features designed to enhance engagement with local mental health resources. Participants in the control group will receive publicly available mental health resources. The primary outcome is any use of mental health services including conversations and communication, digital engagement and media consumption, direct service use or self-help and alternative support all of which will be self-reported through digital diaries prompted every two weeks. Secondary outcomes are endorsed and anticipated Stigma related to mental health, help-seeking attitudes, self-efficacy in seeking mental health care. Potential covariates include demographics, past mental health service use and satisfaction, readiness to change, and discrimination experiences during past healthcare use.
What's being tested
- Access to the SolanoConnex.org
Intervention · BEHAVIORAL
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. To further support participants, patient navigators will be available to provide personalized assistance, helping individuals connect with relevant services. At the outset of the study, participants will receive detailed instructions on how to access and utilize patient navigator support.
Study details
- Official title
- The SolanoConnex Trial: A Single-blind Randomized Controlled Trial of a Digital and Community-based Mental Health Access Project
- Sponsor
- Touro University, California
- Conditions
- Mental Health
- Enrolling
- 200 people
- Starts
- 2025-07-13
- Est. completion
- 2026-06-30
- Design
- Single-blind, randomized, parallel groups
- Record
- View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Who can join
Age 18 Years and overSex ALLHealthy volunteers Not acceptedYou may qualify if
- Age 18 or older
- Resident of Solano County, CA.
- Mild to moderate mental health symptoms as reported on the DSM-5 Level 1 Measure for Adult Mental Health screening form.
- Own a personal smartphone with internet access or a data plan to facilitate engagement with the digital platform.
- Be fluent in English, as all study components will be conducted in English.
- Have not previously used SolanoConnex.org.
You can't join if
- Are currently engaged in or have had comprehensive case management or counseling services within the past 6 months.
- Do not reside in Solano County.
- Lack fluency in English, as study materials and communications will be conducted in English.
- Have previously accessed SolanoConnex.org, as prior exposure may influence study outcomes.
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Study locations (1)
1 openTouro University, California
Vallejo, California, United States
- Taylor Moss, MPH · Contact707-902-3043solanomentalhealthstudy@gmail.com
Recruiting
Study team
Sponsor
Touro University, California
Study ID MHAS2025
Frequently asked questions
The sponsor hasn't published answers to common questions for this trial.