Evaluating a mobile app for supporting recovery from substance use disorders.
Digital Aftercare Assessed: An Evaluation of the Pink Cloud Application in Post-Treatment Substance Use Disorder Support.
This study is looking at how well the Pink Cloud app helps people in recovery from substance and alcohol use by providing useful tools and resources to support their journey to sobriety.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pink Cloud LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Culver City, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11006659 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research evaluates the Pink Cloud mobile application, which connects users to a vast database of resources for substance and alcohol use disorder recovery. The app features tools like a sobriety counter, daily planners, and meeting locators to assist individuals in their recovery journey. It is designed to be user-friendly and maintain privacy, allowing users to access support without sharing personal information. The study aims to rigorously assess the app's effectiveness in promoting sobriety and improving treatment outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals recovering from substance use disorders who are seeking additional support and resources.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently engaged in recovery from substance use disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a validated digital tool that enhances recovery support for individuals with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While the Pink Cloud app has seen widespread use and anecdotal success, this research is novel as it aims to provide rigorous clinical evaluation of its effectiveness.
Where this research is happening
Culver City, UNITED STATES
- Pink Cloud LLC — Culver City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Varughese, Jason — Pink Cloud LLC
- Study coordinator: Varughese, Jason
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.