Alcohol & Stimulant Use Disorder Research Study
Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine are partnering with adults in early recovery for alcohol and/or stimulant use to investigate how virtual reality can help promote drug abstinence.
Fast Facts
Adults in Recovery For Alcohol and/or Stimulant Use (e.g., Amphetamines, Cocaine, or Similar Drugs)
In recovery for 1 year or less
Compensation
Provided
Conducted in
Indianapolis, IN
Study Background
Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine are conducting a research study to improve alcohol and/or stimulant use disorder recovery through the use of technology.
Findings from this clinical research study will help determine how technology can support recovery from alcohol and/or stimulant (amphetamines, cocaine, and similar drugs) use disorders. The study uses virtual reality and telehealth applications to explore the personality and behavior of people in recovery.
All study visits take place in Indianapolis, Indiana. Participants will complete an in-person interview (3 hours), followed by a study day (4 hours). There will also be a 30-day follow-up visit (1 hour) and a 6-month follow-up visit (1 hour). Additionally, participants in recovery from alcohol may have the opportunity to complete an fMRI scan, which has been of particular interest to previous participants.
Study Background
Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine are conducting a research study to improve alcohol and/or stimulant use disorder recovery through the use of technology.
Findings from this clinical research study will help determine how technology can support recovery from alcohol and/or stimulant (amphetamines, cocaine, and similar drugs) use disorders. The study uses virtual reality and telehealth applications to explore the personality and behavior of people in recovery.
All study visits take place in Indianapolis, Indiana. Participants will complete an in-person interview (3 hours), followed by a study day (4 hours). There will also be a 30-day follow-up visit (1 hour) and a 6-month follow-up visit (1 hour). Additionally, participants in recovery from alcohol may have the opportunity to complete an fMRI scan, which has been of particular interest to previous participants.
Additional Information
The purpose of this clinical research study is to improve outcomes in adults recovering from alcohol and/or stimulant use disorder.
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults in recovery for alcohol and/or stimulant use (e.g., amphetamines, cocaine, or similar drugs)
- In recovery for 1 year or less
- Fluent in English
Once enrolled, this study involves:
- Completing an in-person interview (3 hours)
- Participating on the study day (4 hours)
- Attending a 30-day and 6-month follow-up visit (1 hour each)
- Additionally: Participants in recovery from alcohol may have the opportunity to complete an fMRI scan
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.