Support services for individuals recovering from opioid use disorder
Peer Recovery Support Services for individuals in Recovery Residences on MOUD
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MARYLAND TREATMENT CENTERS, INC. · NIH-10589601
This study is looking at how having support from people who have been through similar struggles can help folks stick with their medication for opioid use disorder and stay on the path to recovery.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MARYLAND TREATMENT CENTERS, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10589601 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the adherence and retention of individuals undergoing medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) by implementing peer recovery support services and recovery residences. The approach involves providing coaching, mentoring, and education from peers who have experienced substance use disorder themselves, creating a supportive environment for recovery. The intervention aims to address barriers that lead to high dropout rates from MOUD, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and reducing the risk of relapse and overdose.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals currently in recovery from opioid use disorder who are receiving medication-assisted treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently engaged in treatment for opioid use disorder or those who do not wish to participate in peer support services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the chances of recovery for individuals struggling with opioid use disorder by enhancing their adherence to treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that peer support services can be effective in improving treatment adherence and outcomes for individuals with substance use disorders, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- MARYLAND TREATMENT CENTERS, INC. — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: FISHMAN, MARC — MARYLAND TREATMENT CENTERS, INC.
- Study coordinator: FISHMAN, MARC
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.