New care model aims to speed up mental health help for teens

NCT ID NCT02836080

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new way of delivering mental health and addiction services to youth aged 14-17. Instead of standard hospital outpatient care, an integrated team offers rapid access to various services like therapy, peer support, and primary care in a youth-friendly setting. Researchers will compare this approach to usual treatment to see if it improves functioning, reduces substance use, and increases satisfaction.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Integrated Collaborative Care Team (ICCT) model

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a more effective and youth-friendly way to deliver mental health and addiction services, reducing wait times and improving outcomes.

What could go wrong

This is a pragmatic trial comparing a new service model to usual care; results may vary by site and population, and the model may not be easily scaled or sustained.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Behavior, Addictive mental disorder psychiatric disorder Psychological Well-Being substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)

    Toronto, Ontario, M6J 1H4, Canada

  • Michael Garron Hospital

    Toronto, Ontario, M4C 3E7, Canada

  • North York General Hospital

    Toronto, Ontario, M2K 1E1, Canada

  • Sunnybrook Hospital

    Toronto, Ontario, M4N 3M5, Canada

  • The Hospital for Sick Children

    Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Canada