Substance use disorder (SUD)

This study tests a new program to help people with HIV who also use substances stick to their HIV medications and stay in care. The program teaches coping skills and ways to manage substance use. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and acceptable to participants. …

This pilot study looks at two strategies to help pregnant and postpartum people with substance use disorder stay in treatment. One strategy screens for social needs like housing or childcare and connects patients to support. The other offers rewards for recovery-supportive behavi…

This study tested a culturally adapted relapse prevention program (RPM-08) for people with substance use disorder in Pakistan. 70 male participants in residential rehab either received the program plus usual care or usual care alone. The program consisted of eight weekly group se…

This pilot trial tests whether adding microcurrent neurofeedback (MCN) to standard residential treatment helps adults with substance use disorder more than standard care alone. MCN uses scalp sensors to deliver barely perceptible electrical pulses tailored to each person's brain …

This small study tested a structured mindfulness program for adults with both substance use disorder and anxiety. Three participants completed the program to see if it was feasible and could help reduce stress and anxiety. The study focused on emotional awareness and coping skill…

This study tests a CE-marked mobile app that scans a person's eyes to detect whether they have used certain drugs. Healthy volunteers will take a common medicine that mimics the effects of cannabis or amphetamines, then use the app to see if the eye measurements change. The goal …

This study tested whether a mobile app could help people on probation or parole who are receiving treatment for substance use disorder. 31 adults used the app alongside their usual care. Researchers measured how easy the app was to use and how satisfied participants were with it.