Baltimore study investigates how neighborhoods shape drug habits
NCT ID NCT01571752
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This completed study looked at how a person's neighborhood environment might influence drug use, addiction, and whether they seek treatment. Over 1,600 adults from Baltimore took part, including people who never used drugs, past users, and current users. Researchers collected health data, surveys, and samples over 12 months to understand these connections.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help identify neighborhood factors that influence drug use and addiction, leading to better prevention and treatment programs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to other cities or populations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institute on Drug Abuse
Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States
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