Improving depression treatment for African American adults with high blood pressure
Official title: Addressing Depression for African American Adults with Hypertension: Applying Community-Engaged Implementation Science
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-11011365 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help African American adults in the South Side of Chicago who are dealing with both depression and high blood pressure by finding out what affects these issues and testing a new support program that fits their needs to improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | January 15, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $188,810 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HL168234-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11011365 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are African American adults aged 21 and older who are experiencing both hypertension and depression.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have hypertension or depression may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the high rates of depression among African American adults who also have hypertension. It aims to understand the factors that influence both conditions in the South Side of Chicago and to collaborate with community partners to adapt an effective depression intervention to better fit the local context. By piloting this tailored intervention, the project seeks to improve adherence to hypertension treatments and overall cardiovascular health outcomes for this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management of hypertension and depression, ultimately improving health outcomes for African American adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally adapted interventions can be effective in improving health outcomes in similar populations, suggesting a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carroll, Allison Jane — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Carroll, Allison Jane
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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.