A digital tool to help pregnant and postpartum women with opioid use disorder reduce self-stigma
A digital intervention to decrease self-stigma among pregnant and postpartum women with opioid use disorder
This study is testing a helpful app called Enhearten for pregnant and new moms dealing with opioid use disorder, aiming to support them in overcoming feelings of shame and connect them with the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rissana, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11224099 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a digital intervention aimed at pregnant and postpartum women who are struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD) and face self-stigma. The intervention, called Enhearten, will be enhanced with features that specifically address feelings of stigma through real-time support and screening. By utilizing an ecological momentary intervention (EMI), the project aims to provide timely assistance to these women, helping them engage more effectively with treatment and improve their overall health outcomes. The approach is designed to be sensitive to the unique challenges faced by this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant and postpartum women who are experiencing opioid use disorder and struggle with feelings of self-stigma.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or postpartum, or those who do not have opioid use disorder, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and treatment engagement of pregnant and postpartum women with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that digital interventions can effectively support behavioral changes and reduce stigma in similar populations, indicating a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, UNITED STATES
- Rissana, LLC — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goodman, Micah — Rissana, LLC
- Study coordinator: Goodman, Micah
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.