A Peer Recovery Coaching Program for Hospitalized Patients with Alcohol Use Disorder
Official title: A Peer Recovery Coaching Intervention for Hospitalized Alcohol Use Disorder Patients
Funded at Clemson University · NIH-11408610 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A hospital-based program connects patients with alcohol use disorder to peer recovery coaches to support ongoing care after discharge.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clemson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clemson, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $685,691 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AA030815-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11408610 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults hospitalized with alcohol-related medical conditions who are open to peer-based recovery support.
✕Less likely to help
Patients unwilling to participate in peer support or who do not have access to follow-up care may see limited benefit.
What this research studies
This project helps people who are hospitalized for alcohol-related problems by linking them with trained peers who have recovered from alcohol use disorder. The approach uses in-hospital contact, followed by continued support, to improve long-term recovery and reduce readmissions. The study will track drinking, engagement in care, and social support, and will examine cost-effectiveness and objective alcohol measures to understand how well the coaching works in real life.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients could experience more sustained recovery and fewer hospital visits.
How similar studies have gone: Preliminary results suggest feasibility and potential benefits, but larger, rigorous testing is needed.
Where this research is happening
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Clemson University
Clemson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Byrne, Kaileigh — Clemson University
- Study coordinator: Byrne, Kaileigh
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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.