Helping adults with chronic pain reduce hazardous drinking and opioid use
Personalized feedback intervention to address hazardous drinking and alcohol-opioid interactions among adults with chronic pain
This study is designed to help adults with chronic pain who drink too much alcohol while taking opioids by offering personalized feedback and tips to understand the risks and make healthier choices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Syracuse University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Syracuse, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10659031 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a personalized feedback intervention to help adults with chronic pain who engage in hazardous drinking and are prescribed opioids. The intervention aims to educate participants about the risks associated with alcohol and opioid use, motivate them to reduce their drinking, and change their attitudes towards using these substances together. It involves a brief, computer-based session that provides tailored feedback based on individual behaviors and risks. By participating, patients can gain valuable insights into their drinking habits and learn strategies to improve their health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with chronic pain who also engage in hazardous drinking and are prescribed opioid medications.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic pain or do not engage in hazardous drinking may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer pain management practices and improved health outcomes for patients with chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been limited research specifically targeting the combination of hazardous drinking and opioid use in chronic pain patients, similar behavioral interventions have shown promise in addressing substance use issues.
Where this research is happening
Syracuse, United States
- Syracuse University — Syracuse, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ditre, Joseph W. — Syracuse University
- Study coordinator: Ditre, Joseph W.
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.