Understanding drinking patterns in Native women using real-time assessments
Use of Ecological Momentary Assessments to Evaluate Drinking in Native Women
This study is looking at how American Indian women drink alcohol in their everyday lives, using smartphones to track their drinking habits in real-time, so we can better understand what influences their choices and help them make healthier decisions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota Duluth NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Duluth, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10730797 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the drinking behaviors of American Indian women, particularly focusing on the social contexts and patterns of alcohol consumption. By utilizing ecological momentary assessment (EMA) through smartphones, the study aims to gather real-time data on drinking habits in natural settings, which helps to reduce recall bias and enhance the accuracy of the information collected. The goal is to identify risk factors and contexts that contribute to risky drinking behaviors, ultimately informing targeted interventions to promote healthier drinking habits among this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian women of childbearing age who engage in alcohol consumption.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume alcohol or are outside the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies for reducing risky drinking among Native women, improving their overall health and well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using ecological momentary assessment has shown promise in understanding drinking behaviors, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights in this context.
Where this research is happening
Duluth, United States
- University of Minnesota Duluth — Duluth, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hanson, Jessica D — University of Minnesota Duluth
- Study coordinator: Hanson, Jessica D
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.