Ancient ceremony tested as modern tool against substance abuse
NCT ID NCT07075081
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether taking part in a traditional Ojibwe ceremony called Gii'igoshimong can help American Indian adults cut down on substance use and improve their mental health. About 300 adults who identify as Ojibwe/Anishinaabe/Chippewa and have used substances in the past month will be randomly assigned to join the ceremony right away or wait. Researchers will track substance use, depression, anxiety, and brain activity over six months to see if the ceremony makes a difference.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 2
Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.
- Participants
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About 300 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Sep 2025
- Expected to finish
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May 2029
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Are 18 years of age or older, * Self-identify as Ojibwe/Anishinaabe/Chippewa, * Self-report using any kind of substances in the past 30 days, * Have no history of head injury with loss of consciousness, * Do not have a seizure disorder, * Do not currently have Type 2 Diabetes, * Are not currently pregnant Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than18 years of age * Does not Self-identify as Ojibwe/Anishinaabe/Chippewa, * Does not self-report using any kind of substances in the past 30 days, * Has history of head injury with loss of consciousness, * Has Type 2 Diabetes, * Has a seizure disorder, * Currently pregnant
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Great Lakes Hub
RECRUITINGDuluth, Minnesota, 55812, United States
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