Developing a mobile app to help individuals with addiction and mental illness transition from jail to community.
Reentry-Assist App Development for Individuals with Addiction and Mental Illness
This study is testing a new mobile app called R-Assist to help people who have just been released from jail and are dealing with both opioid use and mental health issues, making it easier for them to find support and resources whenever they need it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Meaningful Measurement, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (South Bend, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10983245 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a mobile health application called R-Assist to support individuals who are released from jail and struggle with co-occurring opioid use and mental health disorders. The app aims to provide 24/7 access to resources and support during the critical transition period, addressing the challenges these individuals face in accessing treatment and social services. By collaborating with experts in behavioral health and technology, the project seeks to ensure that the app is user-friendly and effective in meeting the needs of its users.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with a history of opioid use and mental health disorders who are being released from jail.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the criminal justice system or do not have co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the recovery outcomes for individuals with addiction and mental health issues transitioning from incarceration to community living.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using mobile health applications to support individuals with addiction and mental health issues, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
South Bend, United States
- Meaningful Measurement, INC. — South Bend, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tatum, Donna — Meaningful Measurement, INC.
- Study coordinator: Tatum, Donna
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.