Improving parenting skills for urban Indian families
A multiregional RCT of Parenting in 2 Worlds for Urban Indian Families
This study is all about helping urban American Indian and Alaska Native families become even better parents, so their kids can stay safe and healthy by learning smart ways to handle challenges like substance abuse and risky behaviors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State University-Tempe Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11078264 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing parenting skills among urban American Indian and Alaska Native families to address health disparities related to substance abuse and risky behaviors. It utilizes a culturally grounded intervention called Parenting in 2 Worlds (P2W), which has been previously tested in Arizona. The study aims to improve family functioning and reduce children's vulnerability to risk behaviors by providing effective parenting strategies. By involving a diverse group of urban AI communities, the research seeks to expand the reach and effectiveness of the intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are urban American Indian and Alaska Native families with children aged 0-11 years who may be at risk for substance abuse and related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to urban American Indian or Alaska Native communities or whose children are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved family dynamics and reduced risk behaviors among children in urban Indian families.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar culturally grounded interventions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this study.
Where this research is happening
Tempe, United States
- Arizona State University-Tempe Campus — Tempe, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kulis, Stephen S. — Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
- Study coordinator: Kulis, Stephen S.
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.