Exploring how eviction pressures affect mental health
Invisible Evictions: Displacement Pressures and Mental Health
This study is looking at how the stress of eviction or the fear of having to move affects the mental health of adult renters, especially those who are often ignored in eviction records, to better understand their struggles and experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11037848 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the mental health impacts on adult renters who are facing eviction or feel pressured to move. It focuses on two groups: those who have received an eviction filing and those who are at risk of eviction but have not yet been formally evicted. By using surveys and mixed methods, the study aims to understand the relationship between displacement, economic hardship, and mental health challenges. The findings could provide insights into the experiences of marginalized renters who are often overlooked in traditional eviction tracking systems.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adult renters who are either facing eviction or feel significant pressure to move due to housing instability.
Not a fit: Patients who are homeowners or those not experiencing any housing instability may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better support systems and interventions for renters facing eviction, ultimately improving their mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the mental health impacts of housing instability can lead to effective interventions, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hernandez, Daphne C. — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Hernandez, Daphne C.
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.