Helping Black gender minority women cope with psychological distress from stigma
Official title: A Behavioral Intervention to Reduce Psychological Distress Symptoms among Black Gender Minority Women Experiencing Chronic Stigma
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10757027 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to create a supportive program to help Black gender minority women who are dealing with stress and sadness from ongoing stigma, and it will involve community input to make sure it truly meets their needs and helps improve their mental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | January 10, 2022 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $162,154 |
| NIH project number | 5K23NR020208-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10757027 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black gender minority women experiencing psychological distress related to chronic stigma.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black gender minority women or who do not experience psychological distress related to stigma may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a culturally informed behavioral intervention aimed at reducing psychological distress symptoms, such as post-traumatic stress and depression, among Black gender minority women who experience chronic stigma. The approach involves engaging community members through focus groups to ensure the intervention is relevant and effective. By addressing barriers to healthcare access and fostering community connections, the study seeks to empower participants and improve their mental health outcomes. The intervention will be tested to evaluate its effectiveness in alleviating psychological distress.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and well-being of Black gender minority women by providing them with effective coping strategies and support.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can effectively reduce psychological distress in marginalized communities, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sherman, Athena D. F. — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Sherman, Athena D. F.
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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.