Veterans' substance use triggers under the microscope in new study

NCT ID NCT06580457

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study aims to understand what causes substance use and cravings in veterans, especially when combined with issues like anxiety, depression, or PTSD. Researchers will create a personal model for each participant showing their unique triggers, then give them feedback on how to use this insight. The goal is to see if this personalized approach helps reduce substance use and related problems.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Personal Causal Model + Personalized Feedback
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward more effective, personalized treatment strategies for substance use disorder in veterans.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (74 participants) testing a behavioral intervention, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention may not lead to significant improvements.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN
RECRUITING

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55417-2309, United States

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