A smartphone app to help patients follow through on substance use treatment recommendations.
An innovative platform and smartphone app to deliver tailored interventions and facilitate completed referrals related to substance use.
This study is testing a new smartphone app called eIntervention that helps people stick to their treatment plans for substance use by providing personalized support and motivation after they’ve talked to their doctor.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Chess Mobile Health, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10766809 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance patient adherence to treatment recommendations related to substance use by developing a personalized smartphone application. The app, called eIntervention, is designed to motivate and support patients in following through with referrals made by their primary care providers after screening for substance use disorders. By utilizing digital technology, the app tailors interventions to meet individual patient needs, thereby improving the likelihood of entering treatment. The project builds on existing tools and incorporates additional functionalities to better assist patients in their recovery journey.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals identified as having a substance use disorder or those at risk, who have received referrals for treatment from their primary care providers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have access to smartphones or digital technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the rates at which patients adhere to substance use treatment recommendations, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using digital tools to enhance patient adherence to treatment recommendations, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
East Rochester, United States
- Chess Mobile Health, INC. — East Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Morefield, Hans — Chess Mobile Health, INC.
- Study coordinator: Morefield, Hans
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.