Using mindfulness and mobile health to help treat opioid addiction
Integrating Mindfulness and mHealth Approaches for Treating Opioid Use Disorder
This study is looking to help people with opioid use disorder by using mindfulness techniques and text messages to remind them about their medication and support them in managing cravings, making it easier for them to stick with their treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of New Mexico NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albuquerque, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11055366 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve treatment outcomes for individuals with opioid use disorder by integrating mindfulness-based interventions with mobile health technology. The approach involves sending personalized text messages that provide medication reminders and mindfulness content to support patients in adhering to their medication regimen. By focusing on enhancing self-efficacy and managing cravings and withdrawal symptoms, the study seeks to address the high dropout rates associated with medication for opioid use disorder. The research is being conducted at the University of New Mexico, where Dr. Frank Schwebel is developing his expertise in this innovative area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with opioid use disorder who are currently prescribed medication for opioid use disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who are not struggling with opioid use disorder or those not receiving medication for opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved medication adherence and better treatment outcomes for patients with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mindfulness-based interventions and mobile health technologies for improving treatment adherence in various health conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Albuquerque, United States
- University of New Mexico — Albuquerque, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schwebel, Frank — University of New Mexico
- Study coordinator: Schwebel, Frank
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.