Understanding Mental Wellness in Rural Minority Seniors
Place-based Strengths and Vulnerabilities for Mental Wellness among Rural Minority Seniors
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO HEALTH SCIS CTR · NIH-11134732
This project looks at how where you live and your community connections affect mental well-being for older adults from minority groups in rural areas.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO HEALTH SCIS CTR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ALBUQUERQUE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11134732 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many older adults from minority groups in rural areas face challenges with depression and getting the right care. This project explores how factors like economic hardship, past traumas, and limited access to services can affect their mental health. We also want to understand the positive influences, such as strong community ties and social support, that help these seniors stay mentally well. By combining different research approaches, we hope to find better ways to support mental wellness in these communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for future related studies might be older adults from racial/ethnic minority groups living in rural areas who are interested in sharing their experiences with mental wellness.
Not a fit: Patients who are not older adults, do not identify as racial/ethnic minorities, or do not live in rural areas may not directly benefit from this specific focus.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new ways to support mental health and reduce depression among rural minority seniors.
How similar studies have performed: While the importance of place-based factors is recognized, there is limited specific research on how these factors shape depression disparities and treatment for rural and minority populations.
Where this research is happening
ALBUQUERQUE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO HEALTH SCIS CTR — ALBUQUERQUE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JARAMILLO, ELISE TROTT — UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO HEALTH SCIS CTR
- Study coordinator: JARAMILLO, ELISE TROTT
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.