Developing prevention strategies for substance use among American Indian and Alaska Native young men
Official title: Research Project 2
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10913563 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help young American Indian and Alaska Native men who struggle with substance use by creating prevention programs that respect their culture and address their unique challenges as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $528,475 |
| NIH project number | 5P50DA058619-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10913563 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native young men aged between adolescence and early adulthood who are at risk for substance use.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native or who are outside the targeted age range may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the high rates of substance use among American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities, particularly targeting young men who are often overlooked in prevention efforts. The project aims to create culturally relevant prevention strategies that leverage traditional practices and address the unique challenges faced by these individuals during their transition from adolescence to adulthood. By adapting an evidence-based intervention known as the Common Elements Treatment Approach (CETA), the research team will tailor the program to meet the specific needs of AIAN young men, ensuring it is both effective and sustainable. The study will involve collaboration with Indigenous researchers and communities to ensure the strategies are grounded in cultural context.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce substance use and its associated harms among AIAN young men, improving their overall health and well-being.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in adapting culturally relevant interventions for Indigenous populations, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Richards, Jennifer Rai — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Richards, Jennifer Rai
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.