Improving developmental outcomes for children affected by neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome
Official title: Optimizing Developmental Outcomes in Early Childhood After Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
Funded at Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp · NIH-10985869 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at children who have gone through neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome to find out how positive experiences in their early lives can help them grow and develop better, and it involves working with the community to understand how different factors in their lives can make a difference.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $180,059 |
| NIH project number | 1K23DA058763-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985869 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have experienced neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a history of neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on children who have experienced neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS) and aims to identify positive childhood experiences that can promote better developmental outcomes. By partnering with community members, the study will explore how various socioeconomic and environmental factors influence child development. Researchers will assess a cohort of children with a history of NOWS to track their growth and development over time, aiming to find effective intervention strategies that can help mitigate the negative impacts of adverse childhood experiences.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved developmental support and interventions for children affected by NOWS, enhancing their long-term health and well-being.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing adverse childhood experiences can lead to improved outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Benninger, Kristen L — Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
- Study coordinator: Benninger, Kristen L
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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.