Theory-based Social Media Intervention for Non-medical Use of Prescription Opioids in Young Adults

Part of paid clinical trials in Columbia, South Carolina.

Sponsor
University of South Carolina
Study ID
NCT06469749
Status
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Conditions

  • Past-3-month Non-medical Use of Prescription Opioids
  • Social Media Users
  • Without Substance Use Disorders
  • Young Adults

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - 25 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Accepted

Interventions

  • Theory-based and peer-led intervention on Instagram — BEHAVIORAL
    A pilot randomized controlled trial of the 12-weeks social media intervention for non-medical use of prescription opioids (NMUPO) among young adults will be developed upon the formative research (Aim 1) grounded in the information-motivation-behavioral-skills (IMB) model. Intervention will be delivered by peer leaders, who are well-trained recovery coaches, via private groups on Instagram. Intervention contents will be tailored to psychosocial factors contributing to NMUPO. Intervention components. Incorporating Instagram functions, the intervention is planned to include four intervention modules: (1) NMUPO knowledge module, (2) self-care module, (3) virtual goal setting/monitoring module, (4) peer support module. Intervention will be delivered by peer leaders (assisted by clinical psychology trainees a) via private groups operated by their Instagram accounts. The process will be overseen by certificated experts in clinical psychology and addiction treatment.

Study Details

Brief Summary The purposes of this study are to develop and implement a peer-led intervention program on Instagram for promoting prescription opioid use management and fostering psychosocial skills among young adults who engage in non-medical use of prescription opioids in the United State. The specific aims of the study include: (1) To implement and test the feasibility of the 12-week peer-led intervention modules on Instagram among young adults who are randomly assigned to either receive the intervention (intervention group) or not receive the intervention (control group) Participants who are assigned to the intervention group will be paired with a peer leader and attend to peer-guided interactive modules on Instagram over 12 weeks. They will complete an online survey at 1st week and 12th week, as well as brief evening surveys every two days during the intervention. The control group will not take part in intervention activities but will complete an online survey at 1st week and 12th week.

Key Dates

Start date
Nov 1, 2026
Status verified
Feb 2026
Primary completion
Dec 31, 2028
Completion
Mar 31, 2029

Study Design

Enrollment
70 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
PREVENTION

Arms

  • Experimental: 12-week peer-led intervention group on Instagram
    Participants in the intervention group will receive 12-week peer-led intervention interactive modules on Instagram.
  • No Intervention: Control group
    Participants in the control group will not engage in any intervention activities.

Primary Outcome Measure

Engagement [ Time Frame: Once in every two days for 12 weeks ]

Central Contacts

Locations (1)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
University of South CarolinaColumbiaSouth Carolina29208
Cheuk Chi Tam, Ph.D.
[email protected]
803-777-6883
Cheuk Chi Tam, Ph.D. (PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR)

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