Understanding social functioning in people undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder.
Official title: Real-world Assessment of Social Functioning during OUD Treatment: Integrating Reports from Patients and their Concerned Significant Others
Funded at Medical University of South Carolina · NIH-11097438 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how your relationships and social life can help you recover from opioid use disorder, and it involves both you and someone close to you, like a family member or friend, to see what social support works best during treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $680,046 |
| NIH project number | 1R01DA062589-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11097438 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with opioid use disorder who are currently undergoing treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not currently receiving treatment for opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how social functioning impacts recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) by integrating insights from both patients and their concerned significant others. It aims to identify specific social behaviors and connections that contribute to successful treatment outcomes. Using innovative technology, such as a smartwatch application, the study will collect real-time data on social interactions and support systems. By focusing on patient-CSO dyads, the research seeks to provide a comprehensive view of the social dynamics involved in OUD recovery.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance treatment strategies for opioid use disorder by improving social support systems and engagement.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing social functioning can positively influence recovery outcomes in substance use disorders, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jarnecke, Amber — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Jarnecke, Amber
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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.