Treating mental health issues in young people to prevent substance use disorders.
Does Treating Young Persons Psychopathology Prevent the Onset of Opioid and other Substance Use Disorders?
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL · NIH-10208059
This study is looking at how helping young people with mental health issues can lower their chances of misusing opioids and other substances, using easy check-ups linked to their health records to see how they do over time.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10208059 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how addressing psychiatric disorders in young individuals can reduce the risk of developing opioid and other substance use disorders. It focuses on implementing office-based assessments linked to electronic health records to track patient outcomes over time. By identifying and treating mental health issues early, the study aims to understand the long-term effects of such interventions on substance use behaviors. The approach is designed to be practical and applicable in real-world healthcare settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young individuals aged 21 and under who are experiencing psychiatric disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have any psychiatric disorders or are above the age of 21 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower the rates of opioid and other substance use disorders among young people by improving mental health treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that treating mental health issues can lead to better outcomes in substance use prevention, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WILENS, TIMOTHY E — MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: WILENS, TIMOTHY 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.