How immigrant policies affect mental health and healthcare access for rural Latinos
The Impact of Multiple Levels of Immigrant Policy on Rural Latino Mental Health and Health Care Access
This study looks at how different immigration policies affect the mental health and healthcare access of Latino people living in rural areas, aiming to understand what makes it easier or harder for them to get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, Merced NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Merced, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11017014 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how various levels of immigrant policy impact the mental health and healthcare access of Latino individuals living in rural areas. By examining the experiences of both foreign- and US-born Latinos, the study aims to identify the structural and community factors that contribute to disparities in mental health and access to care. The research will involve collecting data on local policies and social climates, as well as analyzing how these factors influence the well-being of rural Latino populations. Through a multilevel, cross-sectional approach, the study seeks to uncover the connections between policy contexts and health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latino individuals living in rural areas who may be affected by immigrant policies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latino or who reside in urban areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health and healthcare access for rural Latino communities by informing policy changes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can significantly improve health outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Merced, United States
- University of California, Merced — Merced, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Young, Maria-Elena de Trinidad — University of California, Merced
- Study coordinator: Young, Maria-Elena de Trinidad
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.