Improving treatment for people with opioid use disorders and mental illness
Improving Access and Treatment for Co-occurring Opioid Use Disorders and Mental Illness
This study is looking to improve treatment for people dealing with opioid use disorders and mental health challenges like depression or PTSD by bringing together a team of healthcare providers to offer personalized care that really works for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rand Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Monica, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092957 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to effective treatment for individuals suffering from opioid use disorders (OUD) who also experience co-occurring mental health issues such as depression or PTSD. The approach involves a collaborative care model that includes a team of healthcare providers working together to deliver evidence-based treatments tailored to the needs of these patients. By utilizing a clinical registry and incorporating various therapeutic methods, the research aims to improve the quality and outcomes of care for this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who are struggling with opioid use disorders alongside mental health conditions like depression or PTSD.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have co-occurring mental health issues or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve treatment access and outcomes for patients with co-occurring opioid use disorders and mental illnesses.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that collaborative care models can improve treatment outcomes for patients with common mental health conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach with co-occurring disorders.
Where this research is happening
Santa Monica, United States
- Rand Corporation — Santa Monica, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Watkins, Katherine E — Rand Corporation
- Study coordinator: Watkins, Katherine E
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.