SUBSTANCE ABUSE

This study is testing a new peer-led support program called TLC, designed by and for transgender women, to help reduce substance use problems and lower HIV risk. The program uses mindfulness and acceptance techniques to help participants cope with stigma and stress. Researchers a…

This study is testing whether people with moderate to severe methamphetamine addiction can safely take a high-dose stimulant medication for 25 weeks alongside standard treatment. Researchers want to see if participants stay in the program, take their medication regularly, and are…

This study is testing whether a culturally responsive harm reduction program helps Black and Latinx people who use drugs engage more with support services. Researchers will compare the new program to standard services to see if it leads to fewer days of drug use, lower overdose r…

This study is testing whether a new support tool can help schools run a proven drug prevention program more effectively. It involves middle school students and their teachers. The goal is to see if better program delivery can reduce student alcohol and drug use.

This study tests a family program designed to prevent multiple health problems common in Latino immigrant families. The six-session program, led by community health workers, helps families manage stress, build resilience, and access community resources. Researchers want to see if…

This study aims to see if brain scans can predict how well teens respond to a cannabis treatment program. Researchers will scan the brains of 80 teens (ages 14-17) who use cannabis, then have them join 10 weeks of virtual sessions where they report use and take drug tests. Teens …

This study aims to see if providing clear, easy-to-use data helps Oregon's community leaders and policymakers make better decisions about where to put resources for substance use treatment and overdose prevention. Researchers will work with over 300 decision-makers from health, j…

This study aims to understand the health, stress levels, and wellbeing of university students and employees. Researchers will use surveys and interviews to gather information on factors like loneliness, anxiety, and substance use. The goal is to use this data to help guide and im…