Can an app help older adults beat addiction? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05521854

First seen Feb 13, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looks at whether using a smartphone app that gives rewards for drug-free saliva tests works for older adults with opioid, cocaine, or methamphetamine use disorders. Researchers will compare their results to younger participants to see if age affects how well the app works. The goal is to encourage abstinence and understand who benefits most from this approach.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Advocate Health Care

    Chicago, Illinois, 60007, United States

  • Aurora Behavioral Health Services

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53213, United States

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