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Smartphone support for sobriety: a trial tests digital tools in black communities

NCT ID NCT07724275

Disease control Sponsor: Brandeis University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial investigates whether digital recovery support services—like smartphone apps and online tools—can help Black and African American adults in recovery from alcohol use disorder maintain their progress. Participants receive a menu of vetted digital resources plus a phone and data plan if needed, and use them for 12 weeks while continuing in-person support. The study focuses on whether these tools are usable and acceptable, and whether they may support recovery goals such as managing emotions, tracking sobriety, and connecting with others.

What this could mean

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Active substance
digital recovery support services (smartphone apps and online tools)
What this could lead to
If effective, digital tools could provide an accessible, low-cost way to support alcohol recovery, especially for communities with limited resources.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial focused on usability and acceptability, not on measuring long-term sobriety. Results may not apply to broader populations.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 65 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jun 2026

Expected to finish

May 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Able to communicate in English and read at an 8th grade reading level. 2. Able to read and sign an informed consent form. 3. Comfortable with smartphone technology or willing and able to learn. 4. Identify as Black or African American. 5. Is an adult over the age of 18. 6. Is in recovery from alcohol problems for at least 3 months and no more than 5 years. 7. Is receiving in-person recovery support services at our partner recovery community center at the time of screening and enrollment. 8. Willing to receive and respond to weekly texts with a survey link for brief assessments, and complete two in-person research assessments (baseline and 13-week). Exclusion Criteria: Does not meet inclusion criteria

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse

As listed by the trial registrant

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Alcohol use disorder Digital health Recovery outcomes

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Detroit Recovery Project

    RECRUITING

    Detroit, Michigan, 48208, United States

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