Understanding how crisis migration affects the mental health of young Venezuelan immigrants
Official title: Crisis migration and youth mental health: The moderating influences of culture, context, and community
Funded at Florida International University · NIH-11073608 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the mental health struggles of Venezuelan kids who have moved to the U.S. because of tough times back home, and it wants to find out what makes them feel anxious or stressed so we can create better support for them and their families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida International University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $42,671 |
| NIH project number | 1R36MH139293-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11073608 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Venezuelan youth aged 0-11 who have recently migrated to the U.S.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not from Venezuela or who have not recently migrated may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the mental health challenges faced by Venezuelan youth who have migrated to the U.S. due to crises in their home country. It aims to identify the factors that contribute to anxiety and other mental health issues in these children, including their experiences before and after migration. By using a mixed-methods approach, the study will gather both quantitative and qualitative data to better understand the unique stressors these youth encounter, such as language barriers and cultural adjustment. The goal is to develop effective support strategies for these families to enhance their mental well-being.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health support programs tailored for newly arrived Venezuelan youth and their families.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that understanding the mental health impacts of migration can lead to effective interventions, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Florida International University
Miami, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Urcuyo, Anya — Florida International University
- Study coordinator: Urcuyo, Anya
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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.