Improving opioid use disorder treatment for Black individuals.
Racial Equity in Systems to Treat Opioid Use Disorder for Everyone (RESTORE): A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is looking at a new way to help non-Hispanic Black individuals get better access to treatment for opioid use disorder, by working with the community to understand their needs and challenges, and seeing how well this approach works in real life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917290 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new intervention aimed at improving access to treatment for non-Hispanic Black individuals suffering from opioid use disorder (OUD). It employs a mixed methods approach, engaging the community to understand their specific needs and barriers to treatment. The study will assess the feasibility and acceptability of this intervention, as well as its preliminary effectiveness in a real-world setting. By focusing on the disparities in treatment access, the research aims to create a scalable model that can be implemented nationwide.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are non-Hispanic Black individuals who are experiencing opioid use disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as non-Hispanic Black or those without opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve treatment access and outcomes for Black individuals with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-engaged interventions can effectively address health disparities, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- San Diego State University — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smiley, Sabrina Lynn — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Smiley, Sabrina Lynn
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.