Exploring the impact of racism on firearm injury risks among Asian Americans
Moving Upstream: Understanding Racism, Firearm Injury Risks, and Resiliency Among Asian Americans
This study looks at how racism and discrimination impact the mental health and risk of gun injuries for Asian Americans, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and it aims to find ways to help these communities feel stronger and safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10474705 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how racism and discrimination affect the mental health and firearm injury risks of Asian Americans, particularly in the context of increased anti-Asian sentiment during the COVID-19 pandemic. By employing mixed methods such as focus groups and longitudinal surveys, the study aims to identify the multi-level risks and protective factors associated with firearm injuries. It also seeks to understand the neighborhood-level influences of structural racism and discrimination on these risks, using a strength-based approach to promote resilience among affected communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include Asian Americans who have experienced racism or discrimination and are concerned about their mental health and safety.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Asian Americans or who have not experienced racial discrimination may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health support and interventions that reduce firearm injury risks for Asian Americans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing the impacts of structural racism can lead to meaningful improvements in health outcomes for minority populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hsieh, Hsing-Fang — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Hsieh, Hsing-Fang
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.