Understanding the impact of microaggressions on hazardous drinking in Latinx individuals
Official title: Latinx Hazardous Drinkers: Evaluating Microaggressions
Funded at University of Houston · NIH-10930144 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how small, everyday slights can impact drinking habits and anxiety in Latinx individuals, and it aims to find ways to help those affected by these challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $187,218 |
| NIH project number | 5K23AA030804-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930144 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx individuals aged 21 and older who experience hazardous drinking behaviors and anxiety.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Latinx or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on how microaggressions affect hazardous drinking behaviors and anxiety among Latinx individuals. It aims to explore the relationship between minority stressors and alcohol consumption, utilizing a combination of theoretical knowledge and empirical research methods. The study will involve assessments of anxiety sensitivity and its influence on drinking patterns, with a goal of developing effective interventions tailored to this population. Participants will be engaged through a mentorship program that supports the researcher's growth in this critical area.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment strategies for hazardous drinking and anxiety in Latinx communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing minority stress and its effects on health behaviors, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Redmond, Brooke Y — University of Houston
- Study coordinator: Redmond, Brooke Y
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.