Can peers help teens with psychosis quit drugs? new study says maybe.

NCT ID NCT04517279

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

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 acceptable, and to gather information for a larger future study.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Andrews Behavioral Health

    Tyler, Texas, 75702, United States

  • Bluebonnet Trails Community Center

    Round Rock, Texas, 78664, United States

  • Border Region Behavioral Health Center

    Laredo, Texas, 78041, United States

  • Burke

    Lufkin, Texas, 75901, United States

  • Center for Healthcare Services

    San Antonio, Texas, 78213, United States

  • Central Counties Services

    Temple, Texas, 76501, United States

  • Coastal Plains

    Portland, Texas, 78374, United States

  • Community Healthcore

    Longview, Texas, 75601, United States

  • Denton County MHMR

    Denton, Texas, 76201, United States

  • Integral Care

    Austin, Texas, 78702, United States

  • Metrocare Services

    Dallas, Texas, 75208, United States

  • Pecan Valley Centers

    Weatherford, Texas, 76086, United States

  • Spindletop Centers

    Beaumont, Texas, 77701, United States

  • The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD

    Houston, Texas, 77074, United States

  • West Texas Centers

    Big Spring, Texas, 79720, United States

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