Digital Peer Support Trial Targets Loneliness in Justice-Involved Patients with Opioid Use Disorder — Novel Intervention for High-Risk Population
247 Health News Editorial
·14 May 2026
·3 min read
·clinical-trialsNew single-arm trial tests whether mobile peer support app can reduce loneliness and improve recovery outcomes in justice-involved individuals with opioid use disorder. Study targets vulnerable post-release period when overdose risk peaks.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
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