Understanding psychological distress in Black breast cancer survivors
An In-depth Examination of Psychological Distress among Black Breast Cancer Survivors
This study looks at the emotional challenges faced by Black women who have survived breast cancer, comparing their experiences with those of White survivors, and aims to find ways to improve their mental well-being by understanding how their communication with doctors affects their coping and quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10990189 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the psychological distress experienced by Black breast cancer survivors, focusing on the unique factors that contribute to their emotional well-being. By utilizing a mixed methods approach, the study aims to analyze data from existing longitudinal cohort studies to compare levels of psychological distress between Black and White breast cancer survivors. The research will also explore how communication with healthcare providers affects these survivors' coping mechanisms and overall quality of life. The goal is to identify modifiable factors that can lead to better distress management interventions tailored for Black women.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black women who have survived breast cancer and are experiencing psychological distress.
Not a fit: Patients who are not breast cancer survivors or who do not identify as Black may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health support and interventions specifically designed for Black breast cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has highlighted the importance of addressing psychological distress in cancer care, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights and interventions.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tariq, Fariha — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Tariq, Fariha
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.