A program to promote wellness and prevent substance abuse and violence in Native American families
Official title: Chukka Auchaffi’ Natana: The Weaving Healthy Families Program to Promote Wellness and Resilience and Prevent Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse and Violence
Funded at Tulane University of Louisiana · NIH-10843972 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help Native American families by creating a supportive program that tackles issues like alcohol and drug abuse and family violence, with the goal of making families stronger and healthier together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tulane University of Louisiana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2020 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $477,025 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AA028201-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10843972 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Native American families who are at risk for alcohol and drug abuse or family violence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Native American or who are not affected by substance abuse or family violence may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing alcohol and other drug abuse and family violence, which are significant health risks for Native American communities. It aims to develop and test a culturally relevant intervention that enhances family resilience and promotes overall health and wellness. The approach involves community-based participatory research methods, where local health representatives facilitate the program. By using a stepped-wedge trial design, the research will evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention in preventing substance abuse and violence within families.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced substance abuse and violence in Native American families.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with culturally tailored interventions in similar populations, indicating potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mckinley, Catherine — Tulane University of Louisiana
- Study coordinator: Mckinley, Catherine
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.