Multi-ethnic Observational Study in American Asian and Pacific Islander Communities (MOSAAIC) Mental Health Administrative Supplement

The MOSAAIC study, which enrolls 10,000 participants, investigates cardiometabolic and mental health disparities in Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. This supplement will rigorously evaluate the psychometric properties of standardized mental health survey instruments when administered in five Asian languages to ensure accuracy and cultural relevance. It will also involve adapting mental health tools for non-English-speaking populations. Furthermore, the project will develop culturally and geographically tailored protocols to address suicidal ideation, especially in underserved communities, through collaboration with experts in psychiatry and psychology to ensure culturally sensitive crisis management training.