We propose an innovative exploratory research project focusing on patients with a constellation of three chronic conditions: (1) obesity, (2) hypertension, and (3) depression.

Examine: CVD prevalence & outcomes among Asians and Pacific Islanders; demographic, clinical, psychosocial factors to explain prevalence & outcomes differences.

Goal: To identify, validate and refine assays to measure self-regulation targets, and to engage these targets to optimize behavioral tx of obesity & depression.

Consortium focuses on improving individual and population mental health through research, under auspices of Health Care Systems Research Network.

A pragmatic, comparative effectiveness trial: obese Latino men will receive, by random assignment, the HOMBRE intervention or a minimal intensity intervention.

Dr. Dillon will lead the qualitative research--data collection and analysis.

Purpose is to use EHR to understand the management of major depressive disorder in a large healthcare system, to incorporate pt-reported data in care workflow.

We specifically aim to examine the productivity of physician-patient communication by linking elements of quality of communication on mental health in the context of busy clinics and competing demands from co-morbidities.

This is a 5-year program to implement and evaluate integration of behavioral health into PAMF primary care settings, focusing on adolescents.

Evaluate effectiveness of integrated behavioral weight loss program and stepped care for depression in primary care setting.