CAMH is conducting a study to understand how adults in Ontario navigate and access depression supports. Adults 18+ who speak and read English and are currently seeking help or did so in the past 6 months may take part. Participation includes a 10-minute questionnaire, a 60-minute virtual interview, and a 20-minute follow-up. Sessions are audio-recorded, de-identified, securely stored for 10 years, and used to improve mental health services.
Eligibility Criteria
- Participants must self identify as a first-time mental health service seeker or partnered seeker
- Age Range: 18 years of age or older
- Resident of Ontario, Canada
- Read, speak and understand English
- Willing to sign the informed consent form
What does the study involve?
- Number of contacts: 1-3
- Format of study: Virtual
- Compensation offered? Yes
Investigator(s): Dr. Nelson Shen
Full Study Title: Mapping the Navigation of Mental Health Services: Catalyzing Innovation with Service Navigation Through Collaborative Research
Contact Information:
E-mail: designcommons@camh.ca
REB number: 2025/089
REB Approval Expiry Date: January 14, 2027
PLEASE NOTE:
- Research staff cannot give medical advice over the phone or via email.
- If you have specific questions regarding your health care, please contact your family physician.
- We regret that not everyone screened for a study will be eligible to participate
- For more information about other treatment options for mental illness or addiction offered by CAMH, visit www.camh.ca or call 416-535-8501.