Developing a mobile app to help young adults reduce alcohol and opioid use together
Targeting Alcohol-Opioid Co-Use Among Young Adults Using a Novel MHealth Intervention
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BROWN UNIVERSITY · NIH-10888420
This study is testing a new mobile app to help young adults aged 18-25 who are dealing with both alcohol and opioid use, giving them real-time support and tools to better manage their substance use.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BROWN UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10888420 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to create and test a mobile health (mHealth) app designed specifically for young adults aged 18-25 who struggle with both alcohol and opioid use. The app will utilize technology to provide support and interventions in real-time, helping users manage their substance use more effectively. By employing ecological momentary assessment, the study will gather data on the behaviors and triggers associated with alcohol-opioid co-use, allowing for a tailored approach to treatment. The goal is to reach young adults who are not currently receiving help for their substance use issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-25 who have mild to moderate opioid use disorder and report regular alcohol consumption.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume alcohol or opioids, or those who are not within the specified age range, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a novel tool for young adults to reduce their risk of overdose and improve their overall health by addressing both alcohol and opioid use simultaneously.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using mHealth interventions is gaining traction, targeting the specific co-use of alcohol and opioids in this age group is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES
- BROWN UNIVERSITY — PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MIRANDA, ROBERT — BROWN UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: MIRANDA, ROBERT
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.
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