How discrimination during pregnancy affects mothers' heart health later on
Association of Discrimination Reported During Pregnancy with Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Mothers
This study is looking at how experiences of discrimination during pregnancy might affect mothers' heart health years after they give birth, and it’s for moms who want to understand how stress during pregnancy could impact their well-being later on.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Denver (Colorado Seminary) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Denver, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11071240 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the link between experiences of discrimination during pregnancy and the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in mothers several years after giving birth. It focuses on how psychosocial stressors, such as discrimination, may impact maternal heart health, particularly in relation to adverse pregnancy outcomes. The study will involve a diverse group of mothers who will be assessed for their experiences of discrimination and other childhood stressors during pregnancy, with follow-up evaluations of their cardiovascular health 3-4 years postpartum. By analyzing this data, the research aims to uncover important associations that could inform future healthcare practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are mothers who have experienced discrimination during their pregnancy.
Not a fit: Patients who did not experience discrimination during pregnancy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for reducing cardiovascular disease risk in mothers.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific association of discrimination during pregnancy with later CVD risk is less explored, related research has shown that psychosocial stressors can significantly impact health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Denver, United States
- University of Denver (Colorado Seminary) — Denver, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dieujuste, Nathalie — University of Denver (Colorado Seminary)
- Study coordinator: Dieujuste, Nathalie
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.