Can a school program stop teens from misusing pills?

NCT ID NCT03219190

Completed Prevention Sponsor: National Health Promotion Associates, Inc. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a program for high school students to prevent misuse of prescription drugs like painkillers and sedatives. Over 1,800 teens participated in either the program or standard classes. The program used online lessons and group activities to change attitudes and build skills. Researchers measured how often students used prescription drugs without a prescription.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: behavioral intervention (online modules and classroom sessions)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could help reduce prescription drug misuse among high school students.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study, but results may not apply to all schools or communities. The program's long-term impact is unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alcohol Drinking Cigarette Smoking Prescription Drug Misuse substance abuse substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PRESCRIPTION DRUG ABUSE SUBSTANCE ABUSE SUBSTANCE USE (DRUGS, ALCOHOL)

Contacts and locations

Locations

National Health Promotion Associates, Inc.

White Plains, New York, 10604, United States

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