Can school counselors curb teen substance use in rural america?
NCT ID NCT07746401
First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests a program called ROOTS that places substance use counselors and peer recovery specialists directly in rural schools. The goal is to see if this approach helps teens who are referred or seek help on their own to engage in treatment and reduce their substance use. The study will track how many students are reached and retained, and measure changes in substance use and related problems over 90 days.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- A school-based program offering on-site substance use counseling, peer recovery support, and virtual access to specialized providers for teens with substance use disorders.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could establish a practical model for delivering substance use services in rural schools, improving access and outcomes for adolescents who might otherwise go untreated.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage implementation study, so results may not generalize widely. The program's success depends on school participation and student engagement, which can vary.
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