Using the MAURISSE app to support people with addiction
Study of Impact on Therapeutic Alliance in People With Addiction Using the MAURISSE Application.
This study is testing whether the MAURISSE app can help people with addiction feel more connected to their healthcare providers and improve their treatment outcomes.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Toulouse Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Toulouse) |
| Trial ID | NCT05964296 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research evaluates the effectiveness of the MAURISSE mobile application in enhancing the therapeutic alliance between patients suffering from substance use disorders and their healthcare providers. The application aims to maintain a continuous connection between caregivers and patients, fostering trust and engagement in the treatment process. By focusing on building a secure attachment, the study seeks to improve patient outcomes in addiction management at the Toulouse University Hospital.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who are starting specialized treatment for substance use disorders and have access to a smartphone.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive or psychiatric disorders that impair their ability to consent or those currently participating in other treatment protocols may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance patient engagement and trust in treatment for those struggling with addiction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using mobile applications to improve patient engagement in addiction treatment, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient over 18 years old, * Starting specialized treatment for addiction (addiction to substance and behavioral addiction too as money games addiction). * Suffering from any type of addiction, with an active addiction requiring weekly monitoring of substance use. * possessing a smartphone or having access to a smartphone and having access to an internet connection. * Able to read and understand French. * Affiliated or beneficiary of a social security scheme. * Free, informed and written consent signed by the participant and the investigator (at the latest on the day of inclusion and before any examination required by the research). Exclusion Criteria: * Patient with cognitive or psychiatric disorders that may affect their ability to consent. * Participation in another protocol involving a modification of the treatment for addiction. * Known or suspected pregnancy. * Person under legal protection.
Where this trial is running
Toulouse
- University Hospital of Toulouse — Toulouse, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Juliette SALLES — University Hospital, Toulouse
- Study coordinator: Juliette SALLES
- Email: salles.j@chu-toulouse.fr
- Phone: 05 61 77 73 07
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.