Investigating substance abuse disorders during pregnancy and childhood
Forefronts in Substance Abuse Disorders during Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Pediatrics (FrSADP3)
This study is all about helping pregnant people, new moms, and their kids who are dealing with substance use issues by training a diverse group of healthcare professionals to provide better support and care for these families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912784 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding substance use and abuse disorders that affect pregnant individuals, new mothers, and children. It aims to train underrepresented minority clinicians and researchers to address these critical issues through hands-on lab courses and mentorship. The program emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in clinical research and aims to improve care for affected populations. By fostering new talent in this field, the research seeks to enhance the quality of care and support for families dealing with substance abuse challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals, new mothers, and children under the age of 11 who are affected by or at risk for substance abuse disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant, not new mothers, or over the age of 11 may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment and support for pregnant individuals and children affected by substance abuse disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing substance abuse disorders through targeted training and mentorship programs, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES
- Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schatten, Gerald — Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation
- Study coordinator: Schatten, Gerald
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.