Exploring how family stress affects pain in older African Americans
Using Secondary Analyses to Test Novel Pathways Linking Family Stress and Pain Incidence and Persistence Among African Americans
This study looks at how stress in families affects chronic pain in older African Americans, aiming to understand their unique challenges so that better ways to manage pain can be developed just for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10598724 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between family stress and chronic pain among aging African Americans. By analyzing existing data from two major studies on health in older adults, the project aims to understand how family dynamics influence pain experiences and management. The study focuses on the unique challenges faced by African Americans, particularly how structural inequities exacerbate stress and pain. The findings could lead to improved pain management strategies tailored to the needs of this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are aging African Americans experiencing chronic pain and family stress.
Not a fit: Patients who are not African American or those who do not experience chronic pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective pain management interventions specifically designed for aging African Americans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the social determinants of health, including family dynamics, can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Woods, Sarah B. — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Woods, Sarah B.
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.