Improving care for mothers with opioid use disorder and their infants
An Intervention Mapping Approach to Closing the Gap in Maternal OUD and Infant NAS care
This study is looking at how to better help pregnant women with opioid use disorder get the treatment they need while their babies are in the NICU, so both moms and babies can bond and thrive together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10903997 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the increasing prevalence of opioid use disorder (OUD) among pregnant women and its impact on newborns experiencing withdrawal symptoms. It aims to enhance the referral process for mothers needing OUD treatment during their infants' stay in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). By identifying barriers and facilitators to integrating maternal care in pediatric settings, the project seeks to create a supportive environment that fosters maternal-infant bonding while ensuring mothers receive the necessary treatment. The approach involves collaboration with healthcare providers to develop effective strategies for improving access to care and follow-up services.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women with opioid use disorder and their newborns who may experience neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have a history of opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment outcomes for mothers with OUD and healthier development for their infants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in integrating maternal mental health and substance abuse treatment in adult healthcare settings, indicating potential for similar advancements in pediatric environments.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kornfield, Sara L. — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Kornfield, Sara L.
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.