Improving support for harm reduction workers dealing with substance misuse
Testing an occupational stress intervention for harm reduction workers in substance misuse settings
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN · NIH-10933525
This study is creating a special program to help harm reduction workers who support people with substance use issues manage their stress better, and it will involve getting their feedback to make sure it meets their needs before testing how well it works.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (AUSTIN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10933525 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an intervention to reduce occupational stress among harm reduction workers who support individuals with substance use disorders. It aims to adapt a program called Stress First Aid, which has been effective in other healthcare settings, specifically for the unique challenges faced by these workers. The study will involve gathering input from harm reduction workers and their leaders to tailor the intervention to their needs, followed by a rigorous clinical trial to evaluate its effectiveness. By addressing the stress and trauma these workers experience, the research seeks to improve their well-being and the quality of care they provide.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are harm reduction workers who experience high levels of occupational stress and trauma in their roles.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in harm reduction work or do not experience occupational stress related to substance misuse may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the mental health and job satisfaction of harm reduction workers, leading to better care for individuals with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar stress intervention programs in healthcare settings, indicating potential for this approach with harm reduction workers.
Where this research is happening
AUSTIN, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN — AUSTIN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CREECH, SUZANNAH K — UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
- Study coordinator: CREECH, SUZANNAH K
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.