Using technology to support people with substance use disorders in housing communities
Innovating Technology Solutions for Residents in Supportive Housing Communities with SUD through Community-Engaged Research
This study is looking at how using voice assistants like Amazon Alexa can help people with substance use disorders find and keep stable housing by providing them with helpful skills and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Springfield, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10918900 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving housing stability for individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) by utilizing technology to provide evidence-based support. It aims to enhance the capacity of housing staff through the use of voice-based assistants, like Amazon Alexa, to deliver cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills and contingency management strategies. By integrating these tools, the project seeks to empower residents with SUD to better adapt to their housing situations and reduce lease violations. The approach emphasizes harm reduction and aims to create a supportive environment for individuals facing housing instability.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with substance use disorders who are living in supportive housing communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have substance use disorders or those not residing in supportive housing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the housing stability and overall well-being of individuals with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown promise in using technology to support behavioral health interventions, indicating potential for success in this innovative approach.
Where this research is happening
Springfield, UNITED STATES
- Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat — Springfield, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith, David Randolph — Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat
- Study coordinator: Smith, David Randolph
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.