Now through 2028, the DeafYES! team at UMass Chan Medical School is recruiting Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals across the U.S. for a research study on trauma and addiction!
We are seeking people who have experienced trauma-related stress and alcohol use in the past month. Participants may receive 12 virtual counseling sessions at no cost, learn skills to manage trauma and addiction, and earn up to $500 for completing five online surveys.
Who can join?
Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing
Can communicate in ASL
18 years and older
Alcohol use in the past month
Trauma-related stress in the past month
Watch the Recruitment Vlog about the research study on alcohol use and trauma. See the DeafYES is Recruiting! flyer.
If you are interested in the research study, contact the study team at signsofsafety@umassmed.edu.
– Thanks to Northern VA Resource Center (NVRC) for sharing this news.