Digital tool to reduce self-stigma for pregnant/postpartum women with opioid use disorder

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What this research studies

This project enhances an existing digital platform called Enhearten to address self-stigma in pregnant and postpartum women with opioid use disorder. It will add an ecological momentary intervention feature that screens for stigma and delivers timely, supportive messages. The team will use a design-build-test framework to tailor the tool to the unique needs of this population and improve engagement with treatment. The goal is to support adherence to medication for OUD and improve treatment retention while reducing internalized stigma.

Why it matters

Where this research is happening

• Rissana, LLC
  Saint Louis, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Goodman, Micah — Rissana, LLC
• Study coordinator: Goodman, Micah

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About this research

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