Understanding trauma and its effects on the Yurok Tribe
Characterizing Trauma and its Impact in the Yurok Tribe
This study is looking at how trauma affects the Yurok Tribe, especially in relation to PTSD and issues like violence and substance abuse, and it aims to gather stories from community members to help adapt a special therapy for local counselors to better support healing in their community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11065940 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of trauma on the Yurok Tribe, focusing on the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and its connection to health disparities such as violence and substance abuse. The study aims to gather community data on trauma experiences and harmful behaviors through qualitative interviews with tribal members. Additionally, it seeks to adapt a trauma therapy called Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) for use by Yurok lay counselors, enhancing access to mental health support in their community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Yurok tribal members who have experienced trauma or are affected by its consequences.
Not a fit: Patients who are not members of the Yurok Tribe or who do not have a history of trauma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve mental health outcomes and reduce health disparities for the Yurok Tribe by providing culturally relevant trauma therapy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using community-driven trauma therapies like NET in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- University of Illinois at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lenon, Pia Pauline — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Lenon, Pia Pauline
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.