An online program to train providers in family support for preventing substance abuse.
The Family Check-Up Online: Development of an asynchronous training program for providers to enhance wide-scale dissemination
['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] · NORTHWEST PREVENTION SCIENCE INC · NIH-10916099
This study is creating an online training program to help healthcare providers learn better ways to support families who might be struggling with substance use issues, making it easier for them to access helpful resources, especially in communities that need it most.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWEST PREVENTION SCIENCE INC (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EUGENE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10916099 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an online training program for healthcare providers to enhance their skills in supporting families at risk for substance use disorders. The Family Check-Up Online (FCU Online) aims to equip providers with evidence-based strategies to help parents and children manage stress and improve self-regulation. By utilizing a web-based platform, the program seeks to increase access to vital resources for families, particularly in underserved communities. The training will be informed by interviews with stakeholders to ensure it meets the needs of both providers and families.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are families with children aged 10-21 who are at risk for substance use disorders or related behavioral problems.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have access to digital technology or those who are not engaged in the healthcare system may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide families with better access to support and resources that help prevent substance use disorders in youth.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using digital interventions for family support and substance use prevention, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
EUGENE, UNITED STATES
- NORTHWEST PREVENTION SCIENCE INC — EUGENE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: REITER, LISA ANN — NORTHWEST PREVENTION SCIENCE INC
- Study coordinator: REITER, LISA ANN
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.
Conditions: Substance Use Disorder, substance use and disorder