Improving health outcomes for parents in rural areas by addressing social factors.
Disrupting Social Determinants of Health to Improve Substance Use and Mental Health Outcomes for Parents in Rural Regions
This study is looking to help parents in rural Oregon improve their mental health and reduce substance use by providing support and resources to strengthen their relationships and community connections.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Chestnut Health Systems, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bloomington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892474 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to improve substance use and mental health outcomes for parents living in rural regions by addressing social determinants of health (SDOH). The study will implement the Families Actively Improving Relationships (FAIR) intervention, which aims to disrupt negative SDOH influences such as employment and community resources. By recruiting 250 parents across five rural counties in Oregon, the research seeks to understand the effectiveness of this multi-component intervention in preventing opioid use disorder and related mental health issues. Participants will be engaged in a program designed to enhance their relationships and overall well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents living in rural Oregon who are facing challenges related to substance use and mental health.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in rural areas or who are not parents may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the mental health and substance use outcomes for parents in rural communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can lead to improved health outcomes, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Bloomington, United States
- Chestnut Health Systems, INC. — Bloomington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Saldana, Lisa — Chestnut Health Systems, INC.
- Study coordinator: Saldana, Lisa
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.