Understanding opioid misuse and overdose risks in American Indian communities
Examination of evolving opioid misuse and overdose risk among American Indians
This study is looking into how opioid misuse affects American Indian and Alaska Native communities in Southern California, and it aims to gather information from local people to better understand the problem and find ways to help.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indian Health Council, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Valley Center, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10923827 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the opioid crisis specifically within American Indian and Alaska Native communities in Southern California. It aims to gather data through interviews, surveys, and population-level statistics to understand the changing patterns of opioid misuse and overdose risks. By engaging with the community, the project seeks to identify local factors contributing to the crisis and inform public health responses. The study will span four years, focusing on collecting relevant and actionable data to address this pressing issue.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native adults living in Southern California who are affected by or at risk for opioid misuse.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to American Indian or Alaska Native communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that reduce opioid misuse and overdose rates in American Indian communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-engaged approaches can effectively address substance misuse issues, suggesting potential for success in this study.
Where this research is happening
Valley Center, United States
- Indian Health Council, INC. — Valley Center, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gaines, Tommi Lynn — Indian Health Council, INC.
- Study coordinator: Gaines, Tommi Lynn
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.