Using storytelling to encourage African Americans with atrial fibrillation to use anticoagulation treatment
Storytelling for Reducing Gap in AC Use in African Americans with Atrial Fibrillation
This study is all about helping African Americans with atrial fibrillation understand the importance of taking blood-thinning medication to reduce their stroke risk by using relatable stories that connect with their experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10840965 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the low rates of anticoagulation treatment among African Americans with atrial fibrillation, a condition that significantly increases the risk of stroke. By utilizing storytelling as a method to engage patients, the project will create narratives that resonate with African American patients, helping them to better understand the benefits of anticoagulation and overcome barriers to treatment. The approach involves focus groups to develop relatable stories and a pilot trial to evaluate the effectiveness of these narratives in promoting treatment adherence. The goal is to improve patient outcomes by fostering a deeper connection to the importance of anticoagulation therapy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation who are currently not adherent to anticoagulation therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who are already adherent to anticoagulation treatment or those not diagnosed with atrial fibrillation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the rates of anticoagulation treatment among African Americans with atrial fibrillation, thereby reducing their risk of stroke.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that narrative-based interventions can effectively influence health behaviors, suggesting potential success for this storytelling approach.
Where this research is happening
Worcester, United States
- Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester — Worcester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kapoor, Alok — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Kapoor, Alok
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.