Developing a nature-based intervention to help Native American families with substance misuse.
Official title: Applying the Traditional Ecological Knowledge framework to develop and evaluate a nature-based culturally grounded substance misuse intervention for Native American families.
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11079476 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help Native American teenage mothers and their young kids by using nature-based activities to support them in dealing with substance misuse and its effects on their families, while also honoring their cultural traditions and experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $182,360 |
| NIH project number | 5K01DA060294-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11079476 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Native American teenage mothers and their children living in tribal communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to Native American communities or who are not teenage mothers may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create and assess a culturally relevant intervention that utilizes nature-based activities to support Native American teenage mothers and their young children in a tribal community. The approach focuses on addressing substance misuse and its impact on families, particularly in light of the unique challenges faced by these communities, including historical trauma and discrimination. By integrating traditional ecological knowledge, the intervention seeks to foster resilience and promote healthier behaviors among participants.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide effective strategies to reduce substance misuse and improve the overall well-being of Native American families.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in culturally tailored interventions for substance misuse, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Russette, Helen — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Russette, Helen
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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.