New training aims to boost mental health crisis response in tribal nations

NCT ID NCT05998005

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a culturally tailored mental health training called First Face for Mental Health in seven Tribal nations. Over 550 participants completed surveys before and after training to see if it increased knowledge, confidence, and ability to help during a mental health crisis. The goal is to equip community members to better support youth and adults in need.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

First Face for Mental Health training program

What this could lead to

If successful, this training could improve how Tribal communities respond to mental health crises, increasing knowledge and reducing stigma.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study evaluating training, not a treatment trial. Results may not generalize beyond the specific Tribal nations involved.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Behavior, Addictive Psychological Well-Being substance-related disorder

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Coeur d'Alene Tribe

    Plummer, Idaho, 83851, United States

  • Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

    Nespelem, Washington, 99155, United States

  • Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

    Pendleton, Oregon, 97801, United States

  • Division on Addiction, Cambridge Health Alliance

    Malden, Massachusetts, 02148, United States

  • Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations

    Spokane Valley, Washington, 99212, United States

  • Kalispel Tribe of Indians

    Cusick, Washington, 99119, United States

  • Kootenai Tribe of Idaho

    Bonners Ferry, Idaho, 83805, United States

  • Nez Perce Tribe

    Lapwai, Idaho, 83540, United States

  • Spokane Tribe of Indians

    Wellpinit, Washington, 99040, United States