Recovery supports for Black men and women with alcohol use disorder
Official title: Advancing Recovery Pathways and Support Services for Alcohol Use Disorders among Black Men and Women
Funded at Brandeis University · NIH-11250989 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project will create and refine recovery pathways and culturally relevant support services for Black men and women living with alcohol use disorder.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brandeis University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Waltham, United States) |
| Project start | March 15, 2022 |
| Project end | December 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $632,812 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AA029817-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11250989 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are Black men and women who have alcohol use disorder or who are in various stages of recovery and are willing to share their experiences.
✕Less likely to help
People without alcohol problems, those who are not Black, or those seeking help primarily for other substance use disorders may not see direct benefits from this specific work.
What this research studies
If you are a Black man or woman dealing with alcohol problems or working toward recovery, this project will gather people's experiences and data to learn what support helps most. The team will use surveys, interviews, and existing records to understand barriers to care, sources of support, and recovery outcomes. They will partner with recovery organizations and community members to design or adapt services that fit different cultural and life circumstances. Results will guide practical recommendations to make treatment and recovery services more accessible and acceptable in Black communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the project could make recovery services more culturally relevant, accessible, and effective for Black people with alcohol use disorder.
How similar studies have gone: Previous culturally tailored recovery programs and support-service research have shown promise, but focused research specifically on Black men and women has been limited.
Where this research is happening
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Brandeis University
Waltham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reif, Sharon — Brandeis University
- Study coordinator: Reif, Sharon
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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.