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NCT04885166 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Preventing Prescription Stimulant Diversion and Medication Misuse Via a Web-Based Simulation Intervention
A NA study of Prescription Drug Abuse (Not Dependent) and Intentional Misuse, sponsored by Trinity College.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 249
- Enrollment target
- 3
- Study locations
NCT04885166 is a NA study of Prescription Drug Abuse (Not Dependent) and Intentional Misuse that has completed, run by Trinity College. The registered enrollment target is 249 participants. The trial reports 3 study locations across 3 states.
The verdict
NCT04885166, a NA study of Prescription Drug Abuse (Not Dependent) and Intentional Misuse, has completed, sponsored by Trinity College.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 249 participants
- Enrollment target
- 3
- Study locations
Study Summary
Half or nearly half of college students with prescriptions divert their stimulant medication, and a similarly high percentage misuse their medication or use someone else's prescription. Diversion may lead students to go without needed medication to mitigate their symptoms, increasing their risk for unintentional injuries and substance use. Further, diversion perpetuates the non-medical use of prescription stimulants (NMUPS), which has become increasingly common among college students. Diversion also perpetuates medical misuse of stimulants among students with prescriptions, which is associated with poorer attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) symptom management and may increase the risk for addictive disorders. There are no evidence-based interventions targeting diversion of stimulants in college students. Being approached for one's medication is a key risk factor for diversion, as is medication non-adherence and believing NMUPS and diversion are more prevalent than they are. Accordingly, in this multi-site study, the investigators will conduct a randomized, controlled trial of 300 college-attending adults with current stimulant prescriptions to examine the preliminary efficacy and feasibility of a single-session, computer-based simulation intervention (with two booster sessions) to prevent prescription stimulant diversion and medication misuse and compare it to a placebo condition. The intervention, which is grounded in social learning theory and the theory of planned behavior uniquely engages students in interactive discussions with virtual humans to (a) learn about the actual prevalence of NMUPS and diversion and their related risks, (b) practice using refusal strategies when approached for their medication in high-risk situations, and (c) understand how to effectively communicate with prescribers and avoid medication misuse. The primary aims are to determine if the intervention reduces diversion, intentions to divert, and medication misuse, and to ass
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Web-based placebo presentation
- BEHAVIORAL Web-based simulation active intervention
Study Locations (3)
Connecticut
- Trinity College - Hartford
Texas
- Texas State University - San Marcos
Wyoming
- University of Wyoming - Laramie
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 249 participants |
| Start Date | 2021-05-04 |
| Est. Completion | 2024-05-21 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT04885166
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT04885166 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 249 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Trinity College, which has 1 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 2 conditions, with Prescription Drug Abuse (Not Dependent) appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Web-based placebo presentation is the first listed.
NCT04885166 reports 3 study locations spanning 3 distinct geographic areas - top geographies include Connecticut, Texas, Wyoming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT04885166 about?
NCT04885166 is a clinical study titled "Preventing Prescription Stimulant Diversion and Medication Misuse Via a Web-Based Simulation Intervention". Half or nearly half of college students with prescriptions divert their stimulant medication, and a similarly high percentage misuse their medication or use someone else's prescription. Diversion may lead students to go without needed medication to mitigate their symptoms, increasing their risk for ...
What is the current status of trial NCT04885166?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 249 participants. The study started on 2021-05-04. Estimated completion is 2024-05-21.
What conditions does trial NCT04885166 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Prescription Drug Abuse (Not Dependent), Intentional Misuse.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT04885166?
The interventions under investigation include: Web-based placebo presentation (OTHER), Web-based simulation active intervention (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT04885166?
This trial is sponsored by Trinity College, which has 1 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT04885166 being conducted?
This trial has 3 study locations across Connecticut, Texas, Wyoming. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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