SUBSTANCE-RELATED DISORDERS

This study tests a new behavioral therapy called OPT-A for teenagers who have both substance use problems and mood or anxiety disorders. 140 teens aged 10-17 will receive either OPT-A or standard treatment. Researchers will track substance use and mental health for 18 months to s…

This study tested whether a culturally adapted therapy called CMAP Plus is practical and acceptable for people with substance use disorder who also self-harm. The therapy combines problem-solving skills with motivational interviewing and was delivered weekly for 12 weeks. The tri…

This study tested whether a once-monthly injection (XR-BUP) works as well as daily pills (SL-BUP) for treating opioid use disorder in rural settings. 140 adults with moderate to severe opioid use disorder took part. The goal was to see if the injection is practical and acceptable…

This pilot study tested whether paraprofessional coaches (with or without their own history of substance use) can help young adults aged 18-26 who have been involved with the justice system reduce their opioid and other drug use. The coaches used a combination of prize-based rewa…

This study tested a mindfulness program designed for women in residential treatment for substance use disorders. The program, called Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention for Women (MBRP-W), teaches stress management skills to help women stay in treatment and avoid relapse. Resear…

This study tested whether a trained peer recovery specialist could help low-income, minority individuals stick with their methadone treatment for opioid use disorder. 200 participants in Baltimore were assigned to either the peer-led support program or standard care. The goal was…

This study tested a school-based program called Preventure in 3,900 Canadian teens. The program targets four personality traits linked to substance misuse, aiming to delay or prevent alcohol and drug use. Researchers also measured whether delaying substance use helps protect cogn…

This study tested a single online session called webCHAT to see if it could reduce impaired driving among teens. 198 adolescents aged 15.5 to 17 who were enrolled in driver education took part. The program aimed to help them make safer choices about alcohol, cannabis, and driving…

This study tested a type of group therapy called Resilience-Oriented Therapy (RoT) for adults in Rwanda who were struggling with mental health issues like trauma, depression, anxiety, or anger. 427 people took part, and the therapy was tailored to each person's main problem, such…

This study tested whether adding a personalized therapy scale to standard treatment helps reduce cravings in people with substance use disorders or behavioral addictions like gambling. 151 adults seeking outpatient care participated. The approach aimed to tailor treatment to each…

This study tested a workshop called STEP-Home for 221 post-9/11 Veterans who had trouble reintegrating into civilian life. The workshop taught skills like emotional control, problem solving, and attention to improve daily function and reduce anger. It was designed as a non-stigma…

This study looked at how cannabidiol (CBD) affects the brain in people with opioid use disorder who are also taking methadone. Researchers used brain scans to see if CBD could reduce cravings and anxiety. The study involved 66 adults and tested a single dose of CBD or a placebo, …

This study tested a culturally tailored mental health training called First Face for Mental Health in seven Tribal nations. Over 550 participants completed surveys before and after training to see if it increased knowledge, confidence, and ability to help during a mental health c…

This study looked at brain activity in pregnant women with opioid use disorder who were taking medication therapy. Researchers compared their brain scans to those of healthy pregnant women to see if there were differences. The goal was to learn more about how the body processes t…

This study used artificial intelligence to analyze personality and behavior data from 155 adults in residential treatment for substance use disorder. The goal was to find hidden subtypes of addiction that could lead to more personalized treatment. No treatment was given; the stud…

This study tested a digital version of a family training program called CRAFT. It was designed to help concerned family members (called CSOs) encourage a loved one with opioid use disorder to enter treatment. 45 adults who had a loved one struggling with opioid use participated. …

This study looked at whether a questionnaire called the Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale (BADS) is a good tool for measuring depression-related behaviors in people with substance use disorders. Researchers analyzed answers from 289 adults receiving treatment for substan…

This study developed a computer program that can scan hospital records to find patients who may be misusing drugs or alcohol. Researchers tested it on nearly 65,000 adults admitted to the hospital. The goal was to see if the tool could help doctors offer counseling and support to…

This study looked at what might happen if cigarette filter ventilation holes were banned. Researchers created a virtual store where 142 smokers could buy different tobacco products at various prices. The goal was to see how smokers would react if only low-ventilated or non-ventil…

This study looked at whether using a Fitbit activity tracker can help people receiving inpatient treatment for alcohol use disorder increase their physical activity and improve their emotional state. Ninety adults in treatment wore the tracker and completed questionnaires about t…