Culturally adapted treatment for substance use in Black youth involved in the justice system
Official title: The Cultural Adaptation of an Alcohol and Other Drug Use Treatment for Black Justice Involved Youth
Run by University of California, San Francisco · NCT06003725 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to create a new treatment for Black youth in the justice system who struggle with substance use, focusing on how discrimination and stress affect them.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 13 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 55 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of California, San Francisco Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (San Francisco, California and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 15, 2024 |
| Main results expected | April 30, 2027 |
| Study ends | August 30, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | July 13, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06003725 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are Black adolescents aged 12-17 who are on community probation and experiencing substance misuse.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who do not identify as Black or African American or those who are not involved in the justice system may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This project focuses on understanding how ethnic and racial discrimination affects substance use among Black justice-involved youth. It involves conducting individual interviews with these youth and focus groups with their guardians and community advocates. The goal is to develop a culturally adapted substance use treatment that addresses the unique challenges faced by this population, particularly the impact of discrimination and stress. The findings will inform interventions aimed at reducing alcohol and drug misuse among these adolescents.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more effective substance use treatments tailored to the needs of Black justice-involved youth, ultimately improving their health outcomes and reducing recidivism.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically addressing the intersection of ethnic discrimination and substance use in this demographic, similar culturally adapted interventions have shown promise in other populations.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
For Focus Groups and Interviews: Black JIY Participants: Inclusion Criteria: • 1) Between the ages of 13-17; 2) identify as Black or African American; and 3) on community probation. Exclusion Criteria: • Will be excluded if they do not have parental consent to participate. For Focus Groups and Interviews: Adult Participants Inclusion Criteria: * A guardian of JIY * An advocate (someone who supports change and reform in the justice community) for Black JIY. Exclusion Criteria: • Will be excluded if they do not provide consent to participate. For pilot feasibility study: Black JIY Participants: Inclusion Criteria: * Between the ages of 13 and 17 * Identify as Black or African American * Be on community probation * Meet criteria for alcohol, cannabis, or other drug misuse as defined by the DSM 5 * Be experiencing at least 1 problem related to AOD; * The frequency of AOD must be weekly use over a 3-month period Exclusion Criteria: * Will be excluded if they do not have parental consent to participate * Parole violation
Where it's running
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, California, United States Recruiting -
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina, United States Completed
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Brittany Bryant, DSW — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Brittany E Bryant, DSW
- Email: brittany.bryant@ucsf.edu
- Phone: 843-973-0867
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.