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Evaluate Treatment Outcomes For AI-Enabled Information Collection Tool For Clinical Assessments In Mental Healthcare

This study is looking at a new computer program that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help gather information about people's mental health. When someone is referred for mental health support, this AI tool helps collect details about their symptoms. This information is then used to support the mental health team in understanding what might be going on, potentially leading to a more accurate and faster assessment. The main goals are to see if this new approach can improve how well treatments work, make assessments more consistent, reduce waiting times, and help more people stay in treatment. We're testing if this AI can improve the assessment process.

At a glance

Status

Active not recruiting

Phase

Sponsor

Limbic Limited

Enrolment target

5,400

Start

28 Feb 2023

Estimated completion

01 Dec 2025

Mental Health Issue

What is this study about?

Imagine you're going to see a mental health specialist. Sometimes, it can take a while to gather all the necessary information about how you're feeling and what you're experiencing. This study is exploring a new way to make this process smoother and potentially quicker.

Researchers are testing a special computer program that uses artificial intelligence (AI). This AI tool is designed to collect important details about your mental health symptoms when you're first referred for care. It does this by looking at information already shared, like notes about your symptoms, and then might ask a few more specific questions tailored to your situation. All this information is then given to the mental health team to help them understand your needs better.

The main idea is that by providing more complete information upfront, the mental health team can make more accurate decisions and plan your care more effectively. We hope this could lead to better treatment outcomes, reduce the time people spend waiting for assessments, and help more people continue with their treatment without dropping out.

Key takeaways

This study tests an AI tool to improve mental health assessments.
It aims for better treatment outcomes and shorter waiting times.
The AI helps collect information, not make diagnoses.
Participation involves no extra visits or medication.
Your privacy is protected throughout the study.
You can withdraw from the study at any time without affecting your care.

Who may be eligible?

To join this study, you need to be old enough to receive care from the mental health service and have your family doctor (GP) within a specific local health area called an "IAPT CCG catchment area."

However, this study isn't suitable for everyone. You cannot take part if you are currently in a crisis, which means you need urgent medical help or are at immediate risk of harm. The study is designed for adults aged 16 and over, and both males and females can participate.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Am I old enough for my local mental health service?
Is my GP registered in the specific IAPT CCG area?
Am I aged 16 or older?
Am I currently in a mental health crisis or needing urgent care?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you decide to take part in this study, you won't be given any new medication or asked to visit a special clinic. Instead, the study looks at how information is collected during your usual mental health referral process. Some people will have information gathered in the standard way, while others will have information collected with the help of the new AI tool. The study will then follow up to see how these different ways of collecting information affect your treatment and experience over time. The total duration of your involvement would depend on your usual treatment course.

Potential risks and benefits

Potential benefits of taking part in this study include contributing to research that could improve mental health assessments for everyone, potentially leading to quicker and more accurate support. There are no notable direct risks from participating, as the study focuses on how information is collected, not on any new treatments or procedures. You are free to decide not to take part or to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without it affecting your usual care.

Locations (1)

Some site locations are approximate. We're improving this — please verify with the trial team before travelling.

Insight Healthcare
Verified postcode
Gosforth, United Kingdom

Common questions

What is AI?

AI stands for Artificial Intelligence. It's a computer program designed to learn and make decisions, similar to how a human brain might, but much faster. In this study, it helps collect information.

Will the AI decide my diagnosis?

No, the AI tool is only there to help collect information for the mental health team. A qualified mental health professional will always make your diagnosis and decide on your care.

Will my personal information be safe?

Researchers take privacy very seriously. All your health information will be handled securely and confidentially, following strict rules to protect your identity.

Do I have to do anything extra if I join?

You won't have extra visits or tasks. This study observes how information is gathered during your regular referral process for mental health support.

What if I change my mind about taking part?

You can decide to withdraw from the study at any time without giving a reason, and it will not affect the mental health care you receive.