The long-term effects of workplace harassment on health and substance use.
Workplace Harassment, Macro-Level Stressors, Substance Use and Health Outcomes: A Long-Term Follow Up
This study looks at how experiencing harassment at work can affect your health and habits over 25 years, helping us understand the long-term effects and find ways to support those who have been through it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10643850 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how workplace harassment impacts individuals over a 25-year period, focusing on its long-term consequences for health and substance use. It aims to understand the relationship between workplace harassment and various psychological factors, as well as how these factors may lead to adverse health outcomes. The study will utilize existing data to analyze the effects of past harassment experiences and current stressors on mental health and substance abuse. By identifying risk and protective factors, the research seeks to provide insights into how to mitigate these negative outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who have experienced workplace harassment and are willing to share their experiences and health outcomes over time.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced workplace harassment or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions and support systems for individuals affected by workplace harassment, ultimately enhancing their mental and physical health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that workplace harassment is linked to negative health outcomes, suggesting that this study's approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- University of Illinois at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rospenda, Kathleen M — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Rospenda, Kathleen M
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.