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Support Program for Caregivers of People with Substance Use Disorder

((RISE) Trial)

JM
RD
Overseen ByRoger D Weiss, PhD
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Mclean Hospital
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a 1-on-1 support program is easy to complete and acceptable for people supporting loved ones who have recently received treatment for substance use. The main questions it aims to answer are:

How many people complete the program? How satisfied are people with the program?

Participants will:

Complete weekly telehealth sessions for 12 weeks Complete surveys/interviews at the beginning, in the middle (\~week 6), at the end of the program (\~week 12), and 12-weeks after the end of the program Complete a focus group or interview

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults (18+) who have a loved one recently treated in an inpatient or residential program for substance use. Participants must be willing to support their loved one's recovery, have regular contact with them (at least 4 days/month), speak English, and have internet access.

Inclusion Criteria

I am 18 years old or older.
* Access to a computer with internet or mobile phone with video conferencing capabilities.
* At least 4 days per month virtual or in-person contact per month with the support person.
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What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • ITC

Trial Overview

The study tests a 12-week online support program where participants join weekly telehealth sessions and complete surveys/interviews about their experience supporting someone recovering from substance use.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Invitation to Change (ITC)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Mclean Hospital

Lead Sponsor

Trials
221
Recruited
22,500+

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Collaborator

Trials
2,658
Recruited
3,409,000+