Understanding how multiracial discrimination affects alcohol use in young adults
Multiracial Discrimination Scale: Development and Psychometric Validation of its Associations with Alcohol Use and Misuse among Multiracial Young Adults
This study is looking at how discrimination affects drinking habits in multiracial young adults, and it aims to create a new tool to better understand these experiences so we can help those who might be struggling with alcohol use.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Syracuse University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Syracuse, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917130 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the unique experiences of multiracial young adults, particularly how discrimination they face may influence their alcohol consumption and misuse. By developing a specific scale to measure multiracial discrimination, the study aims to better understand the relationship between these experiences and alcohol-related issues. The research will involve collecting data from multiracial individuals to validate this new scale and explore its associations with alcohol use patterns. This approach seeks to address gaps in current knowledge and improve interventions for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are multiracial young adults who may be experiencing discrimination and are at risk for alcohol misuse.
Not a fit: Patients who are not multiracial or do not experience discrimination may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-targeted interventions for reducing alcohol misuse among multiracial young adults.
How similar studies have performed: While research on discrimination and alcohol use exists, the specific focus on multiracial discrimination is relatively novel and has not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
Syracuse, United States
- Syracuse University — Syracuse, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dobani, Fatima — Syracuse University
- Study coordinator: Dobani, Fatima
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.