Helping hospitalized patients with alcohol use disorder through peer recovery coaching
Official title: A Peer Recovery Coaching Intervention for Hospitalized Alcohol Use Disorder Patients
Funded at Clemson University · NIH-10932322 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how having a peer recovery coach can help people in the hospital for alcohol use disorder by providing support and guidance to reduce drinking and improve their chances of recovery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clemson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clemson, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $685,932 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AA030815-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932322 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are hospitalized due to complications related to alcohol use disorder.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not hospitalized for alcohol-related issues or those without a diagnosis of alcohol use disorder may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how peer recovery coaching can support patients hospitalized due to alcohol use disorder (AUD). It aims to provide ongoing care that addresses the root causes of their hospitalization, helping them to reduce alcohol consumption and improve recovery outcomes. The study will utilize various methods, including ecological momentary assessments and objective measures of alcohol consumption, to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention. By linking patients to peer coaches during their hospital stay, the research seeks to enhance social support and self-efficacy, which are crucial for long-term recovery.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery rates and reduced hospital readmissions for patients with alcohol use disorder.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results for similar peer recovery coaching interventions, indicating potential for success in this larger study.
Where this research is happening
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Clemson University
Clemson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Byrne, Kaileigh — Clemson University
- Study coordinator: Byrne, Kaileigh
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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.