Improving access to care for alcohol and substance use during reproductive years
Improving alcohol and substance use care access, outcomes, and equity during the reproductive years: A Type 1 Hybrid Trial in Family Planning Clinics
This study is looking at how to better support women who are dealing with alcohol and substance use during their reproductive years by testing a program in family planning clinics that helps connect them to the care they need, especially through telemedicine.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11129154 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care provided to women dealing with alcohol and substance use issues during their reproductive years, a critical time for health. It aims to implement and evaluate a program called SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) in family planning clinics, which are trusted healthcare providers for women. The study will explore how to effectively integrate these services into clinics, especially using telemedicine, to ensure that women receive the support they need. By understanding the barriers and facilitators to this integration, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for women facing substance use challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women of reproductive age who are experiencing issues related to alcohol and substance use.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of reproductive age or those who do not have concerns related to alcohol or substance use may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better access to care and improved health outcomes for women struggling with alcohol and substance use during their reproductive years.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in implementing SBIRT in primary care settings, but this approach in family planning clinics is relatively novel and underexplored.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Welsh, Justine Wittenauer — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Welsh, Justine Wittenauer
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.