Research helps us understand each other and the issues that shape our world — so we can make purposeful choices to build a better future together.
In surveys conducted in March 2020 and April 2023, DHM Research included a screening tool for generalized anxiety disorder, called the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7). Incorporating this screening tool …
In our most recent Washington survey, we asked voters their opinions about artificial intelligence (AI). This is a topic previously unexplored by DHM Research but one we will track as …
In our most recent Oregon survey, we asked voters their opinions about immigration and foreign trade. To see if, and how, opinions have changed, we returned to some questions we …
In 2020, Oregon voters passed Measure 110, which decriminalized the possession of small amounts of drugs and redirected cannabis taxes to fund drug treatment programs. Since then, Oregonians have continued …
DHM Research’s most recent statewide poll finds that many of Washingtonians’ top issues are related to the economy. While voters are split on how they feel about the current state …
Housing affordability is and will likely continue to be a top issue in Washington. With persistent inflation, high interest rates, and a shortage of affordable places to live across the …
A new statewide survey asks Oregonians their opinions on transgender issues and policies. Some key findings include: The questions in this survey match language used in a 2022 Pew Research …
Many Washingtonians don’t think the quality of life in Washington is worth the cost of living. A new statewide survey finds that 51% of Washingtonians would move to another state …
Most Oregonians are optimistic that homelessness can be solved in their communities and support diverting money from the state’s “rainy day” fund to do so. A new DHM statewide poll …
DHM Research brings leaders clarity around complex planning, policy making and communication challenges. Through purposeful qualitative and quantitative opinion research, we get decision-makers the information they need to take confident and intentional action.
DHM’s approach to research prioritizes quality and authenticity as we work to understand people’s ideas and values.
We bring curiosity and context to every project.
Our only allegiance is to the quality of the research.
We seek out the perspectives of all community members.
DHM Research has meticulously measured the values, preferences and experiences of Pacific Northwest residents since 1977. We have earned our reputation as a trusted, independent voice of the people by consistently providing high-quality, objective information about community concerns and priorities.
Following the legalization of marijuana in Oregon, the Oregon Health Authority was tasked with the design, implementation, and evaluation of a pilot health education campaign to increase awareness of the possible negative health effects of marijuana use by youth and young adults.
The Salmon Project works to identify and support the shared values of Alaskans across a broad spectrum of geography, culture, ethnicity, and politics, on salmon-related issues.
DHM began working with city parks officials in 2014 to develop a comprehensive and publicly supported parks bond package to replace the prior bond funding that was set to expire in June 2015.