Long-term Recovery in OUD

Research Study on Long-Term Recovery from Opioid Use Disorder

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18 years - 100 years
All
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Brief description of study.

The goals of this project are: 1) Establish normative data on long-term recovery course of OUD across patients, community supports, and providers and 2) Quantify the impact of MAT on long-term recovery from OUD.

Detailed description of study

Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a life-long disorder; however, most research and treatment use short-term approaches and follow-up. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is successful for short-term recovery from OUD, which has improved survival rates. This has resulted in a critical need to know how best to support individuals in long-term OUD recovery.

Meeting these goals will reduce OUD overdose and incidence by 1) Developing a comprehensive guide to best practices for MAT in long-term OUD recovery; 2) Characterizing normative data on recovery course(s) that can guide appropriate recovery expectations and reduce stigma; and 3) Providing proof of concept to strengthen subsequent federal funding applications studying long-term OUD recovery.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Opioid Use Disorder
  • Age: 18 years - 100 years
  • Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria

-self-identify in one of the following groups: in short-term recovery from OUD (<1 year), in long-term recovery from OUD (at least 3-5 years), care provider for those with OUD, family/friend of those with OUD, or community member (unconnected to someone with OUD).
-able to understand and complete study protocol in English

Exclusion Criteria
-Does not self-identify into one of the following groups or self-identifies into >1 of the following groups:  in short-term recovery from OUD (<1 year), in long-term recovery from OUD (at least 3-5 years), care provider for those with OUD, family/friend of those with OUD, or community member (unconnected to someone with OUD).
-unable to understand and complete study protocol in English

Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1810016238

This study investigates long-term recovery from Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). OUD is a chronic condition where individuals have a compulsive need to use opioids. The study aims to understand how Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) affects long-term recovery. MAT is a treatment that combines medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders.

Participants in the study will be asked to provide information about their recovery journey. This will help researchers gather data to create a guide for best practices in long-term OUD recovery. The study will also involve collecting normative data to help set realistic recovery expectations and reduce stigma.

  • Who can participate: Adults who are either in short-term recovery from OUD, in long-term recovery, care providers for those with OUD, family or friends of those with OUD, or community members not connected to someone with OUD can participate. Participants must be able to understand and complete the study protocol in English.
  • Study details: Participants will be asked to share their experiences and insights related to OUD recovery. This information will contribute to a better understanding of long-term recovery processes and the role of MAT.

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