Could reconnecting with the land help heal substance misuse?

NCT ID NCT07695818

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests a program called Returning to the Land, designed for young Native American caregivers (ages 14-19) who have a child aged 1-5. The program uses time in a biodiverse outdoor setting to address caregiver substance use and support children's emotional and behavioral development. Researchers compare the outdoor version to an indoor classroom version to see which is more effective.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Returning to the Land program (outdoor biodiverse setting vs. indoor classroom)
What this could lead to: If effective, this culturally grounded program could offer a new way to reduce substance misuse and support healthy child development in Native communities.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage study with 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The program's success depends on community engagement and may not work in other settings.

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Conditions

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substance abuse substance-related disorder

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CHILDREN CULTURAL FACTORS SUBSTANCE USE

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