SUBSTANCE USE

This study tested a program that brings fetal ultrasound and care coordination directly into the community for pregnant women with substance use disorder. The goal was to help them attend more prenatal visits and substance use treatment sessions. 103 pregnant women participated, …

This study looked at two different methods to help people recently released from jail or prison get connected to care for HIV, hepatitis C, STIs, and opioid use disorder. Over 600 adults who had been involved with the justice system in the last 6 months and had a history of opioi…

This study tested whether a problem-solving program delivered by video calls and text messages could help young people aged 18-29 living with HIV stay engaged in care, improve mental health, and reduce substance use. Fifty participants from the East Bay area of San Francisco took…

This pilot study tested whether getting young people actively involved in prevention programs can reduce substance misuse. Four community organizations in North Carolina took part; some used a youth engagement strategy while others did not. Researchers surveyed staff and youth to…

This study tested whether a new personalized feedback program helps young adults aged 18-25 reduce risky alcohol and drug use. 660 participants from across the US took part. The program provided tailored information to encourage healthier choices and reduce substance-related prob…

This study tested a program called Couples Health CoOp Plus for young couples (ages 18-30) in Cape Town who use alcohol or drugs. The goal was to help them start and stick with HIV prevention (PrEP) or treatment (ART), reduce risky behaviors, and lower stigma in their communities…

This study tested whether providing housing along with opioid prevention services can stop homeless youth (ages 18-24) from developing opioid use disorder. Researchers tracked 240 participants for a year, measuring how often they used opioids. The goal was to see if stable housin…

This study tested a program called Trust-based Relational Intervention (TBRI) to prevent opioid and other drug use in 250 teens aged 15-18 who were involved in the juvenile justice system. The program trained a trusted adult to support each teen as they transitioned back into the…

This study tested three remote programs to help people with depression and substance use caused by COVID-19 stress. 113 adults from Cambridge Health Alliance took part. They either joined an 8-week online mindfulness class, an online therapy program, or received standard remote m…

This small pilot study tested a web-based mind-body program (Web-TIRELESS) in 5 adults with painful upper-limb conditions and risky substance use. Participants completed 4 online video sessions at their own pace. The goal was to see if the program was feasible, acceptable, and he…

This study tested a 6-session counseling program called ACT for Cancer to help cancer patients avoid misusing opioid pain medications. The program focuses on managing difficult thoughts and feelings without turning to opioids. 40 adults with cancer who were at risk for opioid mis…

This study developed a computer program that scans 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 or treatment to t…

This study tested a special digital pill that sends a signal when taken, along with a phone app, to help HIV-negative men who have sex with men and struggle with substance use stick to their daily HIV prevention medication (PrEP). Forty participants took the digital pill for 60 d…

This study tested a Spanish-language electronic tool called TAPS-ESP to see if it can accurately screen for tobacco, alcohol, prescription drug misuse, and illicit substance use in primary care. About 1,000 Spanish-speaking adults from a clinic took the screening, and their resul…

This study looked at which combinations of support programs—New Hope, Elders Resilience, and Case Management—work best to reduce suicidal thoughts and build resilience in American Indian youth ages 10-29 who are at risk for suicide. Researchers tested different sequences of these…

This study tested two ways to get people who use opioids to take a COVID-19 test: having friends refer them, or having trained community members reach out directly. About 500 adults who had used opioids in the past 6 months took part. The goal was to see which method worked bette…

This study tested a program called PAS-EPP, where trained peer supporters help young people with early psychosis reduce or stop using alcohol and drugs. About 113 participants from coordinated specialty care teams took part. The goal was to see if the program is practical and acc…

This study tested whether a special anti-stigma program for healthcare workers improves their attitudes toward people with mental health or substance use problems. About 485 staff and clients from six health centers took part—three centers got the program, three did not. Research…

This study tested a telehealth program called CRAFT-EP that helps families support a relative with early psychosis and substance use (like alcohol or cannabis). 65 family members took part. The goal was to see if the program improves family wellbeing, including depression and anx…

This study tested a program called RISE for young men leaving prison. The program provides trauma counseling and help finding a job and housing. Researchers wanted to see if this support would improve their mental health and stability, and lower the chance they would go back to p…

This study looked at how to help child welfare agencies work better with families affected by substance use. Researchers worked with 9 professionals to create and test a guide that helps agencies choose the best strategies for supporting these families. The goal was to see if the…