Overdose prevention support in youth clinic visits
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program that helps doctors and nurses talk with young people during regular check-ups about how to stay safe and avoid opioid overdose. It aims to reduce the risk of overdose among youth.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 13 and 26 years old.
- You are scheduled for a regular check-up or follow-up visit with a doctor or nurse who is part of this study.
- You speak and understand English.
- For teens 13 to 17: a parent or guardian must be able to agree in English.
- For young adults 18 to 26: you must be able to make your own decisions (no legal guardian).
- You are not in the custody of child protective services (Department of Children and Families).
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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