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Title:
Design, development and clinical validation of self-care mobile application modules for attenuation of COVID-19 related increase in stress and other mental health symptoms
Agreement Number:
959547
Agreement Value:
$199,698.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 13, 2020 - Sep 30, 2021
Description:
The emergence of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has introduced additional pressures on an already fragile mental healthcare system. Prior to COVID-19, the treatment of mental illness had remained confined almost exclusively to in person encounters. COVID-19 has led to a growing acceptance by patients and providers of mental health apps and online self-care modules. However, most are homeopathic and lack clinical validation. This collaboration between the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and the National Research Council aims to develop self-led online psycho-motor exercises and test their validity in clinical settings. The modules will be deployed in mobile and web applications and made available for integration with virtual care models across Canada. The use of clinician -led design and development will ensure relevance and immediate applicability for patients and providers of virtual care, as well as the general population who may be experiencing COVID-induced isolation related mental health challenges.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:

In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.

Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M6J 1H4
Reference Number:
172-2020-2021-Q3-959547
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
869673095
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Legal Name:
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Federal Riding Name:
Spadina–Fort York
Federal Riding Number:
35101
Program:
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Program Purpose:

Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.

NAICS Code:
541714