In the episode, we discuss the research behind hair drug test and its cultural bias. Hair products that are mainly used by people of African descent can bathe drugs in the environments on the hair, which leads to higher rates of false positive drug test results.   The Research Her supports Audible: For a FREE audiobook and 30-day trial: <a title="Audible" href= "http://www.audibletrial.com/research">http://www.audibletrial.com/research</a>   The Research Her also supports Acorns: For $5 toward your investing account: <a title="Acorns" href= "https://www.acorns.com/invite/XMAQL9">https://www.acorns.com/invite/XMAQL9</a>   Connect with me: Website: <a href= "http://theresearchher.com">TheResearchHer.com</a> Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/theresearchher/">@TheResearchHer</a> Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/theresearchher">@TheResearchHer</a> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/theresearchher/?ref=bookmarks">@TheResearchHer</a>   Show sources: <a href= "https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-1st-circuit/1665635.html">JONES v. CITY OF BOSTON</a>   <a href= "https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073815003011"> Ethnic hair care products may increase false positives in hair drug testing</a> by David A. Kidwell, Frederick P. Smith, Arica R. Shepherd

Ep4: 5 Themes For Forming and Maintaining Behavioral Changes

Scicomm for you sis! The Research Her highlights Black women researchers and research topics relevant to wellbeing. Essentially, it's your source for sisterly science. We dive into biology, sexuality, behavioral and physical science, and everything in between. Research Scientist, Dr. Elissia Tenea, is a chemist and science communicator who brings the realness to keep us improving our lifestyle. You're guaranteed to love it here!