How migration affects the health and family life of displaced people
Family Characteristics and Health: Select Populations
This study looks at how moving to Costa Rica because of conflict affects the health and wellbeing of migrant families, especially women and children, and aims to understand their challenges and needs as they settle into a new home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10688004 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health and wellbeing of migrants who have fled their home countries due to conflict and violence, focusing specifically on those in Costa Rica. It aims to understand how the experiences of displacement and integration into a new environment impact family dynamics and the health of women and children. The study will utilize international survey data collection methods to gather high-quality information on these populations, providing insights into their challenges and needs. By examining both pre- and post-migration experiences, the research seeks to identify pathways that influence health outcomes among migrant families.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include migrants and their families who have recently relocated to Costa Rica due to conflict or violence.
Not a fit: Patients who are not migrants or who have not experienced displacement may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support systems and health interventions for migrant families, enhancing their overall wellbeing.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically on this topic, similar studies have shown that understanding the experiences of displaced populations can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weitzman, Abigail Mae — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Weitzman, Abigail Mae
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.