New stress training aims to help those on the frontline of the opioid crisis

NCT ID NCT07149155

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Suzannah Creech Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a stress management program designed specifically for harm reduction workers who help people who use drugs. Thirty-five workers took part in a 2-hour training session and monthly follow-up meetings. The goal was to see if the program was practical, well-liked, and effective at increasing knowledge and confidence in managing stress.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Stress First Aid training and monthly learning collaboratives
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could provide a practical way to support the mental health of harm reduction workers.
What could go wrong: This was a small pilot study with only 35 participants, so results may not apply to all workers. It measured short-term changes, not long-term impact.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

occupational disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Contacts and locations

Locations

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas, 78712, United States

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