Training to help adolescents with substance use and mental health issues
Training Program in Adolescent Substance Use Disorders and Co-Occurring Mental and Behavioral Disorders
This study is all about helping teenagers who are dealing with substance use problems and other mental health issues by training researchers to find better ways to understand, prevent, and treat these challenges together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida International University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10622485 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on understanding and addressing substance use disorders (SUD) among adolescents, particularly how these disorders often co-occur with other mental health issues. It aims to train researchers who will explore the causes, prevention strategies, and treatment options for these intertwined conditions. By collaborating with experienced mentors, trainees will engage in research that seeks to improve outcomes for young people facing these challenges. The program emphasizes a comprehensive approach to tackle both substance use and mental health disorders in youth.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents who are experiencing substance use disorders along with other mental health or behavioral issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have substance use disorders or co-occurring mental health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies for adolescents struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing both substance use and mental health issues together can lead to better outcomes for adolescents, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Miami, United States
- Florida International University — Miami, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gonzalez, Raul — Florida International University
- Study coordinator: Gonzalez, Raul
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.