Peer Support Workers Study for Emergency Patients
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether it is possible to offer peer support workers (people with lived experience of substance use) to patients in the Emergency Department at Vancouver General Hospital. The goal is to see if patients find this helpful and if it can improve their experience and well-being.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are currently in the Emergency Department at Vancouver General Hospital.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You use substances (like alcohol or drugs).
- You are able to accept or say no to peer support services during your ED visit.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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