Comparing two ways to fund treatment for adolescent substance use disorders
Comparing Two Federal Financing Strategies on Treatment Penetration and Sustainment
This study looks at how different ways of funding treatment programs can help make sure that teenagers struggling with substance use get the best care possible, and it aims to find out which funding method works better for supporting these important treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rand Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Monica, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11087525 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different federal financing strategies impact the availability and sustainability of evidence-based practices for treating adolescent substance use disorders. By comparing organization-focused and state-focused funding mechanisms, the study aims to identify which approach better supports the implementation of effective treatments. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups, to gather comprehensive data on treatment outcomes and the factors influencing them. The findings could help improve funding strategies to ensure that adolescents have access to necessary treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents struggling with substance use disorders who are in need of effective treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or those who do not have substance use disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective funding strategies that enhance the availability of treatments for adolescent substance use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that effective financing strategies can significantly improve the implementation of evidence-based practices in healthcare, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Santa Monica, United States
- Rand Corporation — Santa Monica, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dopp, Alex Richard — Rand Corporation
- Study coordinator: Dopp, Alex Richard
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.