Effects of parental opioid use on children's health
Intergenerational effects of America's opioid crisis: Parental drug use and offspring health
This study looks at how being around parents who use opioids can affect kids' health from birth to early childhood, helping us understand the long-term effects and how to better support families in need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877931 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to parental opioid use affects children's health from birth through early childhood. It focuses on the consequences of opioid exposure in utero and during childhood, including potential mental health disorders, chronic conditions, and increased healthcare needs. The study employs a life course perspective to understand the long-term impacts of early adversity on children's well-being. By analyzing data on health outcomes and healthcare utilization, the research aims to provide insights that could inform interventions and support for affected families.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include children aged 0-8 who have been exposed to opioids in utero or through parental use.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been exposed to opioids or whose parents do not have a history of opioid use may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and targeted interventions for children affected by parental opioid use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown significant impacts of parental substance use on child health, indicating that this approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meinhofer, Angelica — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Meinhofer, Angelica
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.