National Institute On Drug Abuse (nida)
Clinical trials sponsored by National Institute On Drug Abuse (nida), explained in plain language.
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Can your phone help fight addiction? new app sends help when you need it most
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a smartphone app designed to help adults with opioid addiction. The app sent supportive messages based on two different therapy styles (CBT and ACT) at random times throughout the day. Researchers wanted to see if these timely messages could reduce cravings, imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Scientists scan teen brains to see if mindfulness cools vaping urges
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand how mindfulness training might affect the brains of teenagers who vape nicotine. Researchers used brain scans to see if an app-based mindfulness program changed connections in brain areas linked to craving and self-control. They also checked if any …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:28 UTC
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Researchers probe link between teen vaping and mental health
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand why teens vape and how parents feel about it. Researchers surveyed over 700 teens and parents about vaping habits, mental health, and stress. The goal was to gather information to help address the rise in teen vaping, not to test a treatment.
Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC