Creating a virtual tool to help ICU survivors with alcohol misuse access treatment
Development of a Novel Peer-Narrated Virtual Patient Decision Aid for Entry into Alcohol Treatment for ICU Survivors with Alcohol Misuse
This study is creating a helpful online tool for people who have survived an ICU stay and are dealing with alcohol misuse, aiming to inspire them to explore treatment options in a friendly and supportive way.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10889954 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a peer-narrated virtual patient decision aid specifically designed for ICU survivors struggling with alcohol misuse. It aims to leverage the motivation that many patients feel during their ICU stay to encourage them to seek treatment for alcohol use disorder. The project will involve creating and testing a virtual intervention that guides patients through the treatment options available to them, making the process more accessible and engaging. The research will be conducted over two years, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with experts in critical care and alcohol health services.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are ICU survivors who have experienced alcohol misuse or alcohol use disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of alcohol misuse or are not ICU survivors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the rates at which ICU survivors enter alcohol treatment programs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using virtual decision aids for various health conditions, suggesting potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hills-Dunlap, Kelsey R — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Hills-Dunlap, Kelsey R
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.