Clinical trial Recruiting at 7 sites Observational Ages 18 to 25

Understanding addiction and trauma among young immigrants in France

Official title: ATICC: A Mixed-Methods Study on Addiction, Trauma, and Immigration Among Vulnerable Young Adults in the Grand Est Youth Network

Run by University of Lorraine · NCT06922721 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how trauma and substance use affect the mental health of young immigrants living in transitional housing in France to help create better support programs for them.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 25 Years
SexAll
Enrollment182 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Lorraine
Academic / other
Locations7 sites (Jarville-la-Malgrange and 6 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 6, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 2025
Study endsDecember 2025
Registry record updatedApril 10, 2025
Trial IDNCT06922721 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are young adults residing in transitional housing who speak and read French and are not under guardianship.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are minors, do not speak or read French, or are under guardianship will 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 ATICC study investigates the relationships between trauma, substance use, migration experiences, and mental health perceptions among vulnerable young adults living in transitional housing in France. It employs a mixed-methods approach, including a cross-sectional survey to identify risk factors, qualitative interviews to explore individual experiences, and longitudinal focus group interventions to assess psychological well-being. The findings aim to inform the development of culturally adapted prevention and support programs for this population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved mental health support and prevention programs tailored for vulnerable young adults facing trauma and substance use issues.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in addressing similar issues of trauma and substance use among vulnerable populations, indicating that this approach has potential.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Resident in a Housing center, speak and read french, adult participants who are not under guardianship or curatorship, any cultural background.

Exclusion Criteria:

* minors, don't speak and read french, adults under guardianship and curatorship.

Where it's running

  • Les Compagnons du Devoir et du Tour de France
    Jarville-la-Malgrange, France
    Recruiting
  • Résidence Habitat Jeunes Campus
    Maxéville, France
    Recruiting
  • Association Carrefour
    Metz, France
    Recruiting
  • Foyer des jeunes ouvriers
    Metz, France
    Recruiting
  • Résidence des Abeilles ADALI-HABITAT
    Nancy, France
    Recruiting
  • Résidence MARAE
    Nancy, France
    Recruiting
Show 1 more location
  • Habitat Jeunes 3 frontières
    Thionville, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.