Can jobs and friendships beat addiction? new study tests community approach
NCT ID NCT03506867
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a program called the Bridge Model that provides social support, volunteering, and job opportunities to help people with nicotine or substance use disorders who are homeless or low-income. Researchers want to see if this approach improves quality of life and helps reduce or quit tobacco and other drug use. The study will involve 250 participants in Ottawa and Toronto over one year.
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Conditions
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The Bridge Engagement Centre
Ottawa, Ontario, K1K 4B7, Canada
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