Research Activities and Projects
Faculty, staff, and trainees are engaged in research related to our core mission to support the positive development of children and wellness of families.
Areas of Particular Focus
- developing multitiered services to support mental health in schools
- addressing childhood obesity and related health concerns
- promoting infant and early childhood mental health
- using technology to support mental health care
- identifying childhood indicators of psychotic illness
- understanding psychotropic medication side effects in children
- developing effective interventions for youth and families involved in juvenile justice and child welfare systems
Current Research Projects/Evaluations
Learn more about our current research projects and evaluations -- and how to become involved -- by clicking the links below:
- B-HIPP: Maryland Behavioral Health Integration in Pediatric Primary Care
- CHAMPS: Child and Adolescent Metabolic and Psychotropic Medication Studies
- Child and Adolescent Innovations Center
- IECMH Center: Center of Excellence Program in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
- Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare System Project
- Maryland State Opioid Response (MD-SOR) GPRA Evaluation
Funding
Federal
Our research has been funded by prominent federal agencies, including:
- National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
- National Institute of Justice (NIJ)
- Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) at the federal Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
- Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
State of Maryland
In addition, the Division receives funding from several Maryland state agencies for research that directly impacts the wellbeing of Maryland youth and their families, including: