Helping people in opioid treatment connect socially through disclosure.
Disclosure Intervention to Reduce Social Isolation and Facilitate Recovery among People in Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder
This study is all about helping people in recovery from opioid use disorder feel less lonely by teaching them how to share their experiences with others, so they can build important social connections that support their healing journey.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Delaware NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10930905 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing social isolation among individuals undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). It introduces a structured intervention called 'Disclosing Recovery,' which equips participants with the skills to share their treatment experiences and histories with others. By facilitating disclosure, the program aims to help individuals rebuild social connections that are crucial for recovery. The intervention includes decision-making tools and coping strategies to navigate the complexities of sharing personal information.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals currently receiving treatment for opioid use disorder who experience feelings of social isolation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in treatment for opioid use disorder or those who do not experience social isolation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance recovery outcomes by reducing social isolation and fostering supportive relationships for individuals in OUD treatment.
How similar studies have performed: While there are successful interventions for disclosure in other stigmatized chronic illnesses, this specific approach for opioid use disorder is novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- University of Delaware — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Earnshaw, Valerie Ann — University of Delaware
- Study coordinator: Earnshaw, Valerie Ann
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.