Improving substance use and mental health outcomes for parents in rural areas
Disrupting Social Risk Factors of Health to Improve Substance Use and Mental Health Outcomes for Parents in Rural Regions
This study is testing a program designed to help parents in rural areas reduce drug use and improve their mental health by offering support and resources they need.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 266 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Chestnut Health Systems Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Eugene, Oregon) |
| Trial ID | NCT06560866 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the Just Care for Families program aimed at preventing opioid and methamphetamine use and mental health disorders among parents involved with the Oregon Department of Human Services in rural communities. The program addresses social determinants of health (SDOH) through a comprehensive behavioral intervention that includes substance use treatment, mental health support, parent management training, community building, systems navigation, and addressing basic needs. The study will analyze how these interventions impact both the parents' substance use and mental health, as well as the associated costs from the perspective of provider clinics. Additionally, it will explore the effects of external structural SDOH on the intervention's outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are parents of children aged 0-18 who have misused opioids or methamphetamines in the past year and are experiencing current mental health symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who do not misuse opioids or methamphetamines and do not have mental health symptoms may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce substance use and improve mental health outcomes for parents, ultimately benefiting their children and families.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in addressing social determinants of health to improve substance use and mental health outcomes, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Parents: * Any substance misuse in the last year * Parent of a child, age 0-18 * Resident of participating county (Lane, Linn, Benton, Douglas, Lincoln) * Insured by Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) * Access to a computer or smartphone; or wireless/cellular connection if a device were to be provided; or reliable access to a landline to receive a brief weekly phone assessment in place of the digital assessment Clinical Staff: * clinician at a participating clinic * Providing Just Care for Families services to parents in the study at any point during study Exclusion Criteria: * Alcohol use disorder
Where this trial is running
Eugene, Oregon
- Chestnut Health Systems — Eugene, Oregon, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lisa Saldana, PhD — Chestnut Health Systems
- Study coordinator: Kaylee knbecker@chestnut.org, PhD
- Email: lsaldana@chestnut.org
- Phone: 888-655-9641
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.