Exploring how racial microaggressions affect drinking habits in Black adults
Black Hazardous Drinkers: Ecological Momentary Assessment of Racial/Ethnic Microaggressions
This study is looking at how everyday experiences of racial microaggressions affect drinking habits in Black adults who drink in risky ways, and it aims to understand how feelings like anxiety and depression from these experiences might lead to more drinking.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Louisiana State Univ A&m Col Baton Rouge NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baton Rouge, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10774296 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of daily experiences of racial microaggressions on hazardous drinking behaviors among Black adults. Using a time sampling approach over 21 days, the study will collect data from 100 participants who identify as Black and meet criteria for hazardous drinking. The goal is to understand how negative emotions, such as anxiety and depression, triggered by microaggressions influence alcohol consumption and motivations for drinking. Participants will provide insights into their daily experiences and drinking patterns, helping to identify potential interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black adults aged 21 and older who currently engage in hazardous drinking behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or who do not meet the criteria for hazardous drinking may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that reduce hazardous drinking among Black individuals by addressing the impact of racial microaggressions.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific focus on racial microaggressions and hazardous drinking is relatively novel, similar research has shown that stress and discrimination can significantly impact substance use behaviors.
Where this research is happening
Baton Rouge, United States
- Louisiana State Univ A&m Col Baton Rouge — Baton Rouge, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buckner, Julia D — Louisiana State Univ A&m Col Baton Rouge
- Study coordinator: Buckner, Julia D
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.