Improving treatment retention for pregnant individuals with substance use disorders
Official title: Substance Use in Pregnant People - Optimizing Retention in Treatment by Maximizing Opportunities for Management (SUPPORT-MOM)
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11058100 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for ways to help pregnant people who are dealing with substance use issues stick to their treatment by offering rewards for staying on track, and it aims to see if this approach can improve their health and safety during pregnancy, especially for those from underserved communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $936,934 |
| NIH project number | 1R61DA062321-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11058100 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant individuals experiencing substance use disorders who are seeking treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not have substance use disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing treatment retention for pregnant individuals struggling with substance use disorders (SUD). It aims to implement a strategy called contingency management, which provides incentives for patients to adhere to their treatment plans. By conducting a randomized control trial at the Clinic for Acceptance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) in Pregnancy, the study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of this approach in reducing maternal morbidity and overdose risk. The research also addresses the impact of social determinants of health on treatment outcomes, particularly for historically marginalized populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment retention and better health outcomes for pregnant individuals with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that contingency management can be effective for tobacco cessation in pregnant populations, but its application for other substance use disorders is less established.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kelly, Jeannie Chen — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Kelly, Jeannie Chen
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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.