Can a coach in the ER help people beat addiction?
NCT ID NCT05847621
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether peer recovery coaches in emergency departments can help people with substance use disorders connect to treatment and support. 144 adults were randomly assigned to get in-person coaching, coaching via video call, or just a list of resources. Researchers followed up at 7, 30, and 90 days to see if coaching led to more successful connections to recovery services.
What this could mean
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Active substance
peer recovery coaching
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could become a standard way to help people with substance use disorders get connected to recovery resources right from the emergency department.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with 144 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefit depends on whether coaching actually leads to lasting recovery connections.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia, 30303, United States