Transforming mental health care for K-12 students.
About Projekt 48
Projekt 48 transforms mental health care by bridging the gap between neuroscience, social work, and education. We translate over fifty years of vital scientific research into usable knowledge and tools for children and adults. We recognize that a significant number of mental health professionals and educators are unfamiliar with how trauma affects brain development throughout life. Projekt 48 addresses this knowledge gap through innovative programs, tools, and workshops that transform mental health and education interventions and outcomes for children and families.
Our Name
The Egyptian surgical papyrus that systematically recorded 48 brain trauma cases inspires our name. It contains the oldest written record of the word "brain." It also provides a clinical account of the brain's anatomy, the meninges (the coverings of the brain), and cerebrospinal fluid.
Influenced by texts from around 3000 BC, the papyrus dates to roughly 1700 BC. It is the oldest medical document to employ the scientific method and has lived at the New York Academy of Medicine since 1948.
Our Work
The South Bronx is home to our work because it is designated as having the highest rates of serious psychological distress. We partner with schools in the South Bronx to improve mental health and educational outcomes for one of NYC's most impoverished areas. We aim to improve mental health care for 15,000 students in the South Bronx with our transformative programs by 2030.
Our Results
Results from our Mood Meter study demonstrates that our model works. Click here to watch our 2024 Impact video and here to read our Impact Report. Sample our Mood Meter here.
Contact info@projekt48.org to learn more about our transformative work.
