Understanding how policies change to address the opioid crisis
A Framework for Understanding Mechanisms of Policy Change: The Opioid Policy Taxonomy
This study is looking at different ways to help people who struggle with opioid use, figuring out which methods work best to reduce misuse and improve access to treatment, so that policymakers can make better choices to support public health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rand Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Monica, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877053 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the various policies aimed at reducing opioid misuse and improving access to treatment for opioid use disorder. It aims to create a comprehensive framework that categorizes and organizes these policies, helping to identify which strategies are most effective in combating opioid-related issues. By utilizing best practices from implementation science, the project will enhance the existing data infrastructure related to opioid policies. This work will ultimately support better decision-making for policymakers and improve public health responses to the opioid crisis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals affected by opioid use disorder or those at risk of opioid misuse.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by opioid use disorder or who do not engage with opioid prescriptions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective policies that reduce opioid misuse and improve treatment access for patients struggling with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in developing frameworks for public health policies, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
Santa Monica, United States
- Rand Corporation — Santa Monica, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smart, Rosanna — Rand Corporation
- Study coordinator: Smart, Rosanna
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.