Creating a research framework to address substance misuse and pain management in the Lumbee tribe
Building iCRISP: Indigenous Community-Informed Research Infrastructure to address Substance Misuse and Pain Management
This study is working with the Lumbee tribe in North Carolina to better understand and tackle issues related to substance misuse and pain management, so that the community can find effective ways to improve their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lumbee Land Development, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pembroke, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10978052 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a community-informed research infrastructure specifically for the Lumbee tribe in North Carolina, focusing on substance misuse and pain management. By collaborating with tribal leadership, community organizations, and research institutions, the project seeks to gather data and insights that reflect the unique health challenges faced by the Lumbee people. The initiative will involve action research to identify effective strategies for addressing high rates of substance misuse and related health issues within the community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include members of the Lumbee tribe who are affected by substance misuse or pain management issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not members of the Lumbee tribe or who do not experience substance misuse or pain management challenges may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and targeted interventions for substance misuse and pain management among the Lumbee tribe.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on community-informed approaches to health issues in Indigenous populations have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Pembroke, United States
- Lumbee Land Development, INC. — Pembroke, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Beasley, Cherry M. — Lumbee Land Development, INC.
- Study coordinator: Beasley, Cherry M.
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 below.