Helping Latinx sexual minorities reduce alcohol misuse through a tailored intervention
Addressing Alcohol Use Health Disparities in Latinx Sexual Minorities: A Culturally Congruent Motivational Intervention Targeting Intersectional Forms of Discrimination
This study is testing a new online program called LaQAMI to help Latinx LGBTQ+ individuals who struggle with drinking too much, by offering support that understands their unique experiences with discrimination and alcohol use.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10910116 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a culturally adapted intervention called Latinx Queer Adapted Motivational Interviewing (LaQAMI) to help Latinx sexual minorities who face unique challenges related to alcohol misuse. The intervention addresses the intersection of discrimination based on both race and sexual orientation, which contributes to higher rates of binge drinking in this population. LaQAMI will be delivered via telehealth in both English and Spanish, making it accessible to a wider audience. The approach builds on existing motivational interviewing techniques but is specifically tailored to meet the needs of Latinx sexual minorities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx sexual minorities aged 21 and older who experience alcohol-related problems and discrimination.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Latinx or do not experience intersectional discrimination may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce alcohol misuse and improve mental health outcomes for Latinx sexual minorities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise with culturally adapted interventions for Latinx individuals, but this specific approach targeting intersectional discrimination is novel.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zelaya, David G. — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Zelaya, David G.
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.