Research Participation
Current Studies
We conduct studies to better understand mechanisms involved in the grief process, and how to best support people after the death of a loved one. The Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at The University of Arizona reviewed these research projects and found them to be acceptable.
If you would like more information about ongoing studies, please contact the GLASS Lab at (520) 626-5383 or toll-free: 1-877-518-4630. You may also email.
Exploring Grief Experiences Among Black Americans
Seeking research participants for a study to explore the significant gap in understanding the grieving experience of Black Americans. This research will explore how acknowledgment and validation influence grief severity through open-ended questions about personal experiences with grief.
Are you eligible?
Identify as Black American or African American
Born in the United States
Ages 18-85
Experienced a death within the past 6 months to
3 years
An Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at the University of Arizona reviewed this research project and found it to be acceptable. If you have any questions about this research, you can email Dominique Simms at simmsd@arizona.edu.