Intervention to reduce substance use among young Native American men
Official title: The Hastiin Bidziil (Strong Man) Intervention: A Study to Measure the Effectiveness of a Secondary Prevention Program Aimed at Reducing Substance Use Among Adult Native Men
Run by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health · NCT06559774 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new program aimed at helping young Native American men aged 18-26 reduce their substance use by providing culturally relevant support.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Men only |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Chinle, Arizona and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 18, 2025 |
| Main results expected | June 2027 |
| Study ends | June 2028 |
| Registry record updated | May 14, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06559774 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are American Indian men aged 18-26 who are at moderate risk for substance use.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who do not identify as American Indian or are outside the age range of 18-26 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
The Hastiin Bidziil (Strong Man) Intervention is a randomized controlled trial aimed at reducing substance use among American Indian men aged 18-26. This intervention is part of a broader initiative called CIRCLE, which collaborates with Indigenous communities to address substance use issues. Participants will receive the Hastiin Bidziil intervention or a control condition focused on vehicle maintenance. The study seeks to measure the effectiveness of this culturally tailored secondary prevention program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce substance use and improve health outcomes for young Native American men.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with culturally tailored interventions for substance use, suggesting potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Self-identify as American Indian * Self-identify as a man * Age 18 years or older at time of enrollment * Screen positive for lifetime use of alcohol and/or drugs, except for tobacco use only * Reside within \~60 miles of a study community (Fort Defiance, AZ; Chinle, AZ) Exclusion Criteria: * Any condition that would affect successful participation (e.g., planned move) * Profound disability that limits the ability to participate in assessments or interventions * Participated in the preliminary phase of this study to adapt CETA for this project
Where it's running
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Navajo Nation Center for Indigenous Health - Chinle
Chinle, Arizona, United States Recruiting -
Navajo Nation Center for Indigenous Health - Fort Defiance
Fort Defiance, Arizona, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jennifer Richards, PhD — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Kyann Dedman-Cisco, MPH
- Email: kdedman1@jhu.edu
- Phone: 928-674-6824
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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.