Brittany D Miller-Roenigk
Datos Biográficos
| ID | 939936 |
|---|---|
| NOMBRE | Brittany D Miller-Roenigk |
| NOMBRES | Brittany D |
| APELLIDO | Miller-Roenigk |
| FIRMA | MILLER-ROENIGK B D |
| AFILIACIONES | University of Kentucky |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-2001-7187 |
| VERIFICADO | Sí |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 17 |
| TOTAL DE CITAS | 4 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 17 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMER AÑO DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2019 |
| AÑO MÁS RECIENTE DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 1 |
Initial evidence for a culturally adapted opioid overdose harm reduction intervention
Background Rates of opioid overdose continues to rise among Black adults, despite decreases in overdose among other racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. Opioid overdose among Black populations can be attributed to both intentional and unintentional opioid analogues (e.g., fentanyl) use and contamination of other drugs, such as stimulants. Opioid overdose among Black adults is seen at disproportional rates in the Midwest, such as in Kentucky and O…
Trauma Profiles and Cocaine Use Among Formerly Incarcerated Black Men Who Co-Use Opioids and Stimulants
Trauma exposure and structural inequities contribute to mental health disparities among Black men and create barriers to care. Black men face elevated risk from opioid and stimulant co-use, including overdose from unintentional opioid exposure, yet heterogeneity in trauma exposure among men who co-use substances is understudied. Using latent class analysis, this study identified unobserved trauma subgroups and examined associations with cocaine u…
Breastfeeding Barriers Among Black Mothers
Black women initiate and continue breastfeeding at lower rates than any other racial and ethnic group. The current study qualitatively examines barriers to breastfeeding among Black mothers. Participants included 37 Black cisgender mothers stratified by age with varying breastfeeding experiences. Data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. Results highlighted maternal guilt, shame, and/or other affective barriers (i.e., concerns about l…
The research examining factors associated with the opioid crisis among urban adults (Refocus)
Introduction: Deaths due to opioid-related overdoses have increased across the United States. Specifically in the state of Kentucky, African Americans are the only population that continues to experience an increase in opioid-related deaths. Previous literature highlights African Americans having unique drug use patterns due to systematic barriers and how these barriers limit access to protective factors and substance use treatment. The current s…
“Drug Use with Racism…The Reason I Wanted to Do This Study”
Background: Several studies link racism with drug use disparities among systemically marginalized populations. However, few invite Black Americans to discuss how they perceive racism’s impact on their drug use. Objectives: To examine qualitative accounts from N=40 Black adults reporting non-medical prescription opioid use on their experiences of racism and drug use. Results: A deductive structural tabular thematic analysis informed by Jones’s (Ci…
Ethnic Identity and Past 30-Day Opioid Misuse
INTRODUCTION: Black Americans in Kentucky are disproportionately dying from opioid overdoses compared to other racial and ethnic groups. Despite increased mortality among this population, limited research examines factors associated with recent opioid misuse among Black adults in Kentucky. Previous literature shows that relational support and ethnic identity protect racial and ethnic minority groups from substance use behaviors, but limited resea…
Correlates of Six-Month Recidivism among Rural Incarcerated Women
With growing rates of incarceration among women, it is crucial to understand factors associated with reincarceration. Rural incarcerated women have increased risks for strains and drug use. General Strain Theory posits that strains (drug use, psychosocial stressors) are associated with recidivism. Women experience as much, or more strain than men. The present secondary analysis examined intravenous drug use (IDU) and psychosocial factors (partner…
Experiencing Burnout
At the intersection of race and gender, Black men encounter conflicting and often stress-inducing gender norms. Research suggests Black men may utilize John Henryism Active Coping (JHAC), a culturally-relevant strategy to manage stress. However, little is known about how incarcerated Black men cope with gender role conflict (GRC) and resulting psychological distress. To better understand stressors and coping strategies among Black male prisoners,…
“Not knowing that I could get addicted at any moment”
) of drug use initiation among Black adults with recent prescription opioid misuse. Results highlight features of Black opioid users' awareness and self-representation while detailing systemic and cultural factors related to drug initiation. Results also indicate initiation ages, common substances first used (e.g., marijuana), routes of administration during initiation (e.g., smoking, swallowing), and the circumstances that lead to use. We discus…
Associations between traumatic life events and substance use among Black Men who are incarcerated
The current study examined associations between traumatic life events, current and lifetime importance of mental health and substance use treatment, and crack cocaine use among 201 Black men who were incarcerated and nearing community reentry. Results indicated age, sexual trauma and lifetime importance of drug treatment were significantly associated with an increased likelihood of crack cocaine use. Substance abuse treatment in correctional sett…
Correlates of Psychological Distress Among African American Young Adults During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affects African Americans in the United States, including disparate rates of mortality and higher mental health consequences compared to Whites. However, African American young adults are underrepresented in the literature examining psychological distress (i.e., anxiety and depression) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Factors associated with psychological distress are important to examine among African Americ…
Race-Related and Mental Health Factors of Powder Cocaine Use Among Black Incarcerated Men
Incarceration disproportionately impacts Black men in the United States, which can have compounding effects on mental health and substance use among this population. Cocaine use, in particular, carries higher severity of dependence and overdose risks among Black Americans, though research examining cocaine use correlates among Black incarcerated men is limited. The present study examines race-related and mental health correlates of powder cocaine…
PTSD diagnosis and nonmedical use of benzodiazepines among African American incarcerated men
The current study examined the relationship between PTSD and nonmedical use of benzodiazepines (BZDs) based on level of John Henry Active Coping (JHAC) among African American incarcerated men. Data were derived from the Helping Incarcerated Men (HIM) Study (n = 208). Nonmedical use of BZDs was measured for the 30 days before incarceration. Current PTSD diagnosis and JHAC were determined using DSM-5 criteria and the JHAC Scale. Adjusted logistic r…
Ethnic Identity, Perceived Discrimination, Substance Use and Misuse among Black-White Biracial Adults
Background: Multiracial groups are projected to be the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population, more than tripling in size over the next four decades. Marginality Theory suggests that biracial individuals, a subgroup of multiracial, may experience heightened conflict with their ethnic identity due to having to negotiate between two distinct cultures. Research shows that changes in ethnic identity is associated with perceived discrimination…
Codeine crazy
Prescription drug misuse (PDM) is a national problem in the U.S., particularly effecting youth ages 16–25. Drug-related messages in music are one known predictor of substance use for this population. Research suggests that racial/ethnic minority youth are less likely to engage in PDM; however, the prevalence of PDM references in rap music may better reflect emerging drug trends. This study examined changes in the frequency of references to PDM in…
Sexual Risk Among African Americans in Substance Use Treatment
Best practices for researching diverse groups
The elimination of health and other disparities requires high quality and methodologically sound research on racial/ethnic minorities. Despite a general consensus on the need for valid research on racial/ethnic minorities, few guidelines are available. This article contributes to closing this gap by discussing examples and strategies for addressing concrete issues that researchers may face during these stages of the scientific process: planning a…
Ethnic Identity, Perceived Discrimination, Substance Use and Misuse among Black-White Biracial Adults
Background: Multiracial groups are projected to be the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population, more than tripling in size over the next four decades. Marginality Theory suggests that biracial individuals, a subgroup of multiracial, may experience heightened conflict with their ethnic identity due to having to negotiate between two distinct cultures. Research shows that changes in ethnic identity is associated with perceived discrimination…
Breastfeeding Barriers Among Black Mothers
Black women initiate and continue breastfeeding at lower rates than any other racial and ethnic group. The current study qualitatively examines barriers to breastfeeding among Black mothers. Participants included 37 Black cisgender mothers stratified by age with varying breastfeeding experiences. Data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. Results highlighted maternal guilt, shame, and/or other affective barriers (i.e., concerns about l…
Codeine crazy
Prescription drug misuse (PDM) is a national problem in the U.S., particularly effecting youth ages 16–25. Drug-related messages in music are one known predictor of substance use for this population. Research suggests that racial/ethnic minority youth are less likely to engage in PDM; however, the prevalence of PDM references in rap music may better reflect emerging drug trends. This study examined changes in the frequency of references to PDM in…
Best practices for researching diverse groups
The elimination of health and other disparities requires high quality and methodologically sound research on racial/ethnic minorities. Despite a general consensus on the need for valid research on racial/ethnic minorities, few guidelines are available. This article contributes to closing this gap by discussing examples and strategies for addressing concrete issues that researchers may face during these stages of the scientific process: planning a…
Codeine crazy
Prescription drug misuse (PDM) is a national problem in the U.S., particularly effecting youth ages 16–25. Drug-related messages in music are one known predictor of substance use for this population. Research suggests that racial/ethnic minority youth are less likely to engage in PDM; however, the prevalence of PDM references in rap music may better reflect emerging drug trends. This study examined changes in the frequency of references to PDM in…
Sexual Risk Among African Americans in Substance Use Treatment
Ethnic Identity, Perceived Discrimination, Substance Use and Misuse among Black-White Biracial Adults
Background: Multiracial groups are projected to be the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population, more than tripling in size over the next four decades. Marginality Theory suggests that biracial individuals, a subgroup of multiracial, may experience heightened conflict with their ethnic identity due to having to negotiate between two distinct cultures. Research shows that changes in ethnic identity is associated with perceived discrimination…
PTSD diagnosis and nonmedical use of benzodiazepines among African American incarcerated men
The current study examined the relationship between PTSD and nonmedical use of benzodiazepines (BZDs) based on level of John Henry Active Coping (JHAC) among African American incarcerated men. Data were derived from the Helping Incarcerated Men (HIM) Study (n = 208). Nonmedical use of BZDs was measured for the 30 days before incarceration. Current PTSD diagnosis and JHAC were determined using DSM-5 criteria and the JHAC Scale. Adjusted logistic r…
Correlates of Psychological Distress Among African American Young Adults During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affects African Americans in the United States, including disparate rates of mortality and higher mental health consequences compared to Whites. However, African American young adults are underrepresented in the literature examining psychological distress (i.e., anxiety and depression) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Factors associated with psychological distress are important to examine among African Americ…
Race-Related and Mental Health Factors of Powder Cocaine Use Among Black Incarcerated Men
Incarceration disproportionately impacts Black men in the United States, which can have compounding effects on mental health and substance use among this population. Cocaine use, in particular, carries higher severity of dependence and overdose risks among Black Americans, though research examining cocaine use correlates among Black incarcerated men is limited. The present study examines race-related and mental health correlates of powder cocaine…
Experiencing Burnout
At the intersection of race and gender, Black men encounter conflicting and often stress-inducing gender norms. Research suggests Black men may utilize John Henryism Active Coping (JHAC), a culturally-relevant strategy to manage stress. However, little is known about how incarcerated Black men cope with gender role conflict (GRC) and resulting psychological distress. To better understand stressors and coping strategies among Black male prisoners,…
“Not knowing that I could get addicted at any moment”
) of drug use initiation among Black adults with recent prescription opioid misuse. Results highlight features of Black opioid users' awareness and self-representation while detailing systemic and cultural factors related to drug initiation. Results also indicate initiation ages, common substances first used (e.g., marijuana), routes of administration during initiation (e.g., smoking, swallowing), and the circumstances that lead to use. We discus…
Associations between traumatic life events and substance use among Black Men who are incarcerated
The current study examined associations between traumatic life events, current and lifetime importance of mental health and substance use treatment, and crack cocaine use among 201 Black men who were incarcerated and nearing community reentry. Results indicated age, sexual trauma and lifetime importance of drug treatment were significantly associated with an increased likelihood of crack cocaine use. Substance abuse treatment in correctional sett…
The research examining factors associated with the opioid crisis among urban adults (Refocus)
Introduction: Deaths due to opioid-related overdoses have increased across the United States. Specifically in the state of Kentucky, African Americans are the only population that continues to experience an increase in opioid-related deaths. Previous literature highlights African Americans having unique drug use patterns due to systematic barriers and how these barriers limit access to protective factors and substance use treatment. The current s…
“Drug Use with Racism…The Reason I Wanted to Do This Study”
Background: Several studies link racism with drug use disparities among systemically marginalized populations. However, few invite Black Americans to discuss how they perceive racism’s impact on their drug use. Objectives: To examine qualitative accounts from N=40 Black adults reporting non-medical prescription opioid use on their experiences of racism and drug use. Results: A deductive structural tabular thematic analysis informed by Jones’s (Ci…
Ethnic Identity and Past 30-Day Opioid Misuse
INTRODUCTION: Black Americans in Kentucky are disproportionately dying from opioid overdoses compared to other racial and ethnic groups. Despite increased mortality among this population, limited research examines factors associated with recent opioid misuse among Black adults in Kentucky. Previous literature shows that relational support and ethnic identity protect racial and ethnic minority groups from substance use behaviors, but limited resea…
Correlates of Six-Month Recidivism among Rural Incarcerated Women
With growing rates of incarceration among women, it is crucial to understand factors associated with reincarceration. Rural incarcerated women have increased risks for strains and drug use. General Strain Theory posits that strains (drug use, psychosocial stressors) are associated with recidivism. Women experience as much, or more strain than men. The present secondary analysis examined intravenous drug use (IDU) and psychosocial factors (partner…
Initial evidence for a culturally adapted opioid overdose harm reduction intervention
Background Rates of opioid overdose continues to rise among Black adults, despite decreases in overdose among other racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. Opioid overdose among Black populations can be attributed to both intentional and unintentional opioid analogues (e.g., fentanyl) use and contamination of other drugs, such as stimulants. Opioid overdose among Black adults is seen at disproportional rates in the Midwest, such as in Kentucky and O…
Trauma Profiles and Cocaine Use Among Formerly Incarcerated Black Men Who Co-Use Opioids and Stimulants
Trauma exposure and structural inequities contribute to mental health disparities among Black men and create barriers to care. Black men face elevated risk from opioid and stimulant co-use, including overdose from unintentional opioid exposure, yet heterogeneity in trauma exposure among men who co-use substances is understudied. Using latent class analysis, this study identified unobserved trauma subgroups and examined associations with cocaine u…
Breastfeeding Barriers Among Black Mothers
Black women initiate and continue breastfeeding at lower rates than any other racial and ethnic group. The current study qualitatively examines barriers to breastfeeding among Black mothers. Participants included 37 Black cisgender mothers stratified by age with varying breastfeeding experiences. Data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. Results highlighted maternal guilt, shame, and/or other affective barriers (i.e., concerns about l…
Psychology (13 obras) · Medicine (10 obras) · Psychiatry (10 obras) · Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes (10 obras) · Clinical Psychology (7 obras) · Psychological intervention (7 obras) · Racial and Ethnic Identity Research (6 obras) · Sociology (6 obras) · Clinical Psychology (5 obras) · Mental health (5 obras)