(Apologies for my potato-of-a-phone and its poorish quality of the photographs) We had a lovely “Learn, Connect. Build Community” event, which was a panel and reception centering our @barsstudy.bsky.social. Gratitude to our CAB members, Ada, Roberto, Drew (photographed) for sharing experiences!

Priscilla Lui@drpriscillalui.bsky.social · 3d ago

We reached a major milestone completing recruitment and data collection in Seattle. We will have a @barsstudy.bsky.social community panel & reception TOMORROW, 5-7pm, which is another installment of our “Learn. Connect. Build Community” event and @adapt206.bsky.social summer potluck!

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Black Adult Resilience Study@barsstudy.bsky.social · 3d ago

We're taking a moment to reflect the work we've done, and the partnerships we have built who have helped up along the way. Swipe through to learn more about the journey, and the community that continues to inspire our work. 🖤

Our Black Adult Resilience Study is showing what community focused research looks like.

Black Adult Resilience Study@barsstudy.bsky.social · 3d ago

BARS challenges the assumption that people who experience marginalization are underrepresented because they are uninterested. Take a lot at what we have found with our participants.

Community Advisory Board (CAB) member highlight for our Black Adult Resilience Study!

Black Adult Resilience Study@barsstudy.bsky.social · 3d ago

Meet the community members who helped shape the Black Adult Resilience Study 🖤 Our Community Advisory Board brought lived experience, insight, and guidance to our research and community engagement. Swipe through to learn more about some of the people behind the work!

Exciting news! Our study BARS has made it to The Seattle Medium!🎉 Check out the article and learn more about the inspiration behind the Black Adult Resilience Study😉 seattlemedium.com/black-adult-...

Black Adult Resilience Study Challenges Assumptions About Black Participation In Mental Health Research

The NIH-funded Black Adult Resilience Study has met its enrollment goals in Seattle and Dallas-Fort Worth, challenging assumptions about Black participation in research.

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The latest ADAPT Lab newsletter is here! We've had an exciting season of research and are thrilled to share some of our recent milestones.

We kept ourselves busy with three large projects: ABCs, BARS, and CPS. You may say we know the A-B-Cs in psychological research!

Priscilla Lui@drpriscillalui.bsky.social · 3mo ago

I am so thrilled to have worked with this fine group of trainees in @adapt206.bsky.social this academic year! (Not photographed is my graduate student who happened to be out of town)

And a handout from our team to go along with the presentation on the psychological theories and evidence on healing through storytelling approaches.

Huge thanks and much love to Dr. Ajimah Olaghere for guiding our community event on Healing through Storytelling. The energy, shared humanity and vulnerability, and presence in the gathering were why we organize the Learn. Connect. Build Community event series!

🍾🍾🍾 Congrats to THIRTEEN (13) students in our lab for presenting at the 2026 UW Undergraduate Research Symposium this year! They are all amazing! Like:

Priscilla Lui@drpriscillalui.bsky.social · 3mo ago

What is “Black fatigue?” How do people use resources, relational and community strengths and capital to build resilience despite of racism and marginalization? @adapt206.bsky.social @barsdge.bsky.social Research Coordinator Nia Jones for guiding a community convo. #learn #connect #buildcommunity

Join us May 18th for Healing Through Storytelling A space to explore how storytelling can be a tool for healing, empathy, and care within our communities. Speaker: Ajimah Olaghere her work centered on data sovereignty and designing empathetic digital experiences that foster healing and connection.

Healing Through Storytelling

Exploration on how sharing personal and collective narratives can support healing, reflection, and connection.

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We’re kicking off our series with: “The Weight of ‘Black Fatigue’: Lightening the Load.” A space to unpack, reflect, and be in community as we explore what Black fatigue looks like and how it shapes well-being. Happening May 11th at Fat's Chicken and Waffles! Reserve a spot using the link in bio.

Learn. Connect. Build Community. The Black Adult Resilience Study, in partnership with Purpose. Dignity. Action. (PDA), invites you to join our upcoming community series. From May through August. Stay tuned for dates, details, and ways to join us. information in bio!

New from our ongoing Black Adult Resilience Study! Direct & vicarious exposure to racial discrimination are reported frequently and across locations by Black young adults. There seems to be a difference in #SEA vs #DFW. Critical to promote awareness, support, & resilience! @barsstudy.bsky.social

Too often, people from marginalized communities are called “hard to reach.” But our findings from the Black Adult Resilience Study show something different — when research is rooted in community and trust, people want to be part of it. Here are some findings from our participants.

Here are some recent findings on cannabis use among Black young adults. We'd love to here your thoughts!

The Black Adult Resilience Study (BARS) is committed to building genuine trust through transparency, collaboration, and respect. Here are some current findings we've heard from our participants. #bars

Yay, Christine!

Priscilla Lui@drpriscillalui.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Kudos and congrats to, Christine Chang, my 2nd year PhD student for being selected to receive a 2025 APAGS/Psi Chi Junior Scientist Fellowship. This award recognizes outstanding research-oriented students early in their doctoral training, and provides support for direct research costs.

New findings on cannabis use patterns by considering daily life ZIP-coded information and people’s narratives about where, how, and with whom they use. Come listen and discuss what these results may mean for reducing cannabis-related risks and interventions!

Black Adult Resilience Study@barsstudy.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Join us for a conversation on cannabis use among Black young adults. We’ll discuss the different factors that influence cannabis use and share insights from data we’ve collected so far. 📅 Wednesday, October 29th 🕔 5:00–6:30 PM 📍 UW Seattle Campus — Kincaid Hall, Room 108

Check out some early SeattleTacoma area findings from our multi-site study!

Black Adult Resilience Study@barsstudy.bsky.social · 10mo ago

We wanted to share some insights from what we’ve learned so far through our participants’ experiences. These experiences help us recognize important patterns and identify resources that support well-being. Representation in research matters and this is just the beginning of what we’re uncovering.

Excited to share a pre/post-print, “State of the Science: Alcohol Use and Acculturation-Related Factors Across Diverse Populations,” in press in @abctnow.bsky.social Behavior Therapy! osf.io/preprints/ps... An authoritative review of past research and a look to the future in research and practice!

Congratulations!!! Thank you for being a member of our team of the past year(s)!!

Priscilla Lui@drpriscillalui.bsky.social · last yr.

Here are some quick shots of psych majors graduating from @adapt206.bsky.social!! We are proud of you, Jocelyn, Chehal, Clara, and Joyce!!

Last week of May! We celebrate Mental Health Awareness and Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month with few events!! First up, let’s talk about getting research experiences during and after college. Research involvement fosters critical thinking & humility. All are welcome.

UW Undergraduate Research Symposium was a success last Friday! Our trainees presented on acculturation and diversity considerations in mental health (yes, letters in our lab name!). Congrats, Clara, Joe, and Dani.

Come see us at UW Othello Commons (4200 S. Othello St, Suite 117, SEA) Creators Corner this Saturday, May 3, & learn about mental health research! Given scientific funding challenges,we are also raising funds—all proceeds from our POC-created art products will go toward supporting our research.

Who gets to shape mental health research? We would love for you to be a part of our study! Take our eligibility screener to see if you are qualify to participate and get $100! We now offer travel reimbursement to participants who live 10+ miles from the study location. ☺️ click link in bio

Our study recognizes the importance of diversity as a fundamental strength that enriches learning, creativity, and innovation. Take a moment to learn about diversity of the African Diaspora.

Dr. Wade Boykin serves as a beacon of empowerment, and progress for the Black community. His work in psychology, particularly in understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced in Black communities fosters self-empowerment by developing strategies for the well-being of Black people.

Every month is Black History Month. ✊

Black Adult Resilience Study@barsstudy.bsky.social · 2y ago

Resilience in action. Honor. Reflect. Uplift. #BlackHistoryMonth