Pilot Study Opens: Digital Support Platform for Families Navigating Early Psychosis — Novel mHealth Intervention Targets Caregiver Distress
247 Health News Editorial
·12 June 2026
·4 min read
·clinical-trialsNew pilot study evaluates digital support platform for families of young adults with early psychosis. The Bolster-NC trial targets caregiver distress and family communication patterns through innovative mHealth intervention.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
References
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