Improving alcohol misuse interventions for American Indian young adults
Culturally Re-Centering Contingency Management and Behavioral Economics to Increase Engagement with American Indian Young Adults
This study is all about creating helpful programs to support American Indian young adults, ages 18-29, in reducing alcohol use, and it involves the community in making sure these programs really fit their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pullman, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906043 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and implementing culturally tailored interventions to address alcohol misuse among American Indian young adults aged 18-29. It employs community-based participatory research methods to ensure that the interventions are relevant and effective for the target population. The approach combines technology-based engagement strategies with behavioral economics to enhance participation and retention in the program. The research aims to empower the community by involving them in the design and execution of the intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are American Indian young adults aged 18-29 who are experiencing issues related to alcohol misuse.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 18-29 or those not identifying as American Indian may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective alcohol misuse interventions that resonate with American Indian young adults, ultimately improving their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in culturally tailored interventions for substance use disorders, indicating a promising approach for this population.
Where this research is happening
Pullman, United States
- Washington State University — Pullman, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hirchak, Katherine — Washington State University
- Study coordinator: Hirchak, Katherine
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.