Massive smartphone study aims to unlock secrets of addiction relapse

NCT ID NCT06676059

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study aims to create a large data repository by collecting smartphone data and daily surveys from 10,000 adults who use alcohol or drugs. Participants will use an app that tracks phone activity and location, and answer short surveys about mood and substance use. The goal is to help researchers learn why people drop out of treatment or return to substance use, with the hope of improving future care.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this repository could help researchers understand why people relapse or drop out of treatment, pointing toward better support strategies.

What could go wrong

This is an observational data collection study, not a treatment trial. It won't directly help participants and may not lead to immediate changes in care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • National Institute on Drug Abuse

    RECRUITING

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States

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