Educational Support for Substance Waste Behavior

(TECW Trial)

Recruiting at 1 trial location

Overseen By Elisa Tong, MD, MA

Age: 18 - 65

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: California State University, San Marcos

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Approved in 1 Jurisdiction This treatment is already approved in other countries

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

400 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Education plus Support, Brief Education and Support, Educational Intervention for Substance Waste Behavior?

Research shows that educational support can improve knowledge and skills related to substance use, as seen in dual-diagnosis patients who showed significant improvements in substance abuse knowledge after receiving education. Additionally, therapeutic patient education has been found to increase empowerment and reduce self-stigma in people with alcohol use disorder, which can help them better manage their condition. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Is the Educational Support for Substance Waste Behavior treatment safe for humans?

The research articles reviewed focus on adverse events (unwanted effects) in various medical and educational interventions, but none specifically address the safety of Educational Support for Substance Waste Behavior. However, they emphasize the importance of monitoring and reporting adverse events to ensure safety in educational and medical settings. ^{6 7 8 9 10}

How is the Educational Support for Substance Waste Behavior treatment different from other treatments?

This treatment is unique because it combines education and support to address substance waste behavior, focusing on both knowledge acquisition and life skills development, unlike other treatments that may not emphasize these educational components. ^{4 11 12 13 14}

What is the purpose of this trial?

This study tests of effect of brief education and support about tobacco, e-cigarette, and cannabis waste (TECW) on knowledge, beliefs, behavior, and TECW on two college campuses.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for students aged 18-25 at UC Davis or California State University San Marcos, who are not graduating within six months. Participants must have a smartphone with location services and regular access to WiFi and a private space for remote visits.

Inclusion Criteria

Have a smart phone with location services enabled for apps

Student at University of California, Davis or California State University San Marcos

Taking at least one class on the main campus

Exclusion Criteria

Not applicable.

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Education and Support

Participants receive brief education and support about tobacco, e-cigarette, and cannabis waste (TECW) through videos and weblinks

6 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in knowledge, beliefs, and behavior regarding TECW

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Education plus Support

Trial Overview The study examines the impact of brief education and support on students' knowledge, attitudes, behaviors regarding tobacco, e-cigarette, and cannabis waste on two college campuses.

Participant Groups

Group I: TECW+ Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Education plus motivational enhancement

Group II: Education Only Active Control 1 Intervention

Treatment as usual with brief videos and weblink

Education plus Support is already approved in United States for the following indications:

Approved in United States as Brief Education and Support for:

• Tobacco, e-cigarette, and cannabis waste education

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

California State University, San Marcos

Lead Sponsor

Trials

11

Recruited

2,200+

University of California, Davis

Collaborator

Trials

958

Recruited

4,816,000+

Findings from Research

Social support systems, particularly family involvement, can significantly enhance patient health behavior and outcomes.

Patient educators should continuously assess and adapt the role of social support in educational and treatment plans to ensure effective patient care.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Enhancing patients' social support systems. Budlong-Springer, AS.[2007]

The Choizitaconso therapeutic patient education (TPE) program significantly helped individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) by increasing their empowerment and reducing self-stigma, which are crucial for engaging in care.

Participants reported improved knowledge about alcohol use and positive changes in self-image and weight, although they faced challenges in applying what they learned after completing the program.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A Community-Based Therapeutic Education Programme for People with Alcohol Use Disorder in France: A Qualitative Study (ETHER). Costa, M., Barré, T., Antwerpes, S., et al.[2022]

In a study of 51 dual-diagnosis patients, those receiving up to 16 hours of educational interventions per week showed significant improvements in their knowledge of substance abuse, as measured by pretest and posttest scores.

Conversely, patients on forensic units who only received 2 hours of intervention per week did not demonstrate any improvement, highlighting the importance of intensive education programs for effective learning.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The efficacy of substance abuse education among dual-diagnosis patients. Crump, MT., Milling, RN.[2019]

Both medical and social model programs include client education in substance abuse recovery, but they approach it differently, focusing on knowledge acquisition and life skills development.

Observational data from one medical and two social model programs revealed that while all sites used didactic methods to teach about addiction, only the social model programs employed experiential methods to enhance recovery skills and life skills development.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Didactic and experiential education in substance abuse programs. Kaskutas, LA., Marsh, D., Kohn, A.[2019]

An educational intervention for nurses significantly increased their confidence in recognizing and responding to patients with substance misuse, suggesting that training can enhance clinical skills in acute and primary care settings.

While changes in attitudes towards substance misuse were less pronounced, the increase in treatment optimism among nurses indicates a potential for improved patient care and outcomes.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Improving nurses' responses toward substance-misusing patients: a clinical evaluation project. Gerace, LM., Hughes, TL., Spunt, J.[2019]

An educational program for nursing technicians significantly improved their understanding of how to recognize and record Adverse Events (AEs) in hemodialysis patients, with test scores increasing from an average of 3.7 to 4.2 out of 5 after the intervention.

The program effectively combined classroom and online learning, demonstrating that such training methods can enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in managing patient safety.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Nursing educational intervention for the identification of Adverse Events in hemodialysis. Pássaro, PG., D'Ávila, R.[2019]

Adverse drug events (ADE) are common in hospitals and outpatient care, leading to increased patient suffering, higher costs, and longer hospital stays, highlighting the urgent need for effective reduction strategies.

Implementing electronic prescribing tools, clinical pharmacists, and advanced identification systems like bar-coding can significantly enhance patient safety, but these technologies must be integrated thoughtfully into existing workflows to be effective.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

[Practical aspects of medication safety]. Hug, B.[2013]

A systematic review of 130 studies on muscle strengthening training (MST) in youth revealed that only 33.8% reported on adverse events (AEs), highlighting a significant gap in safety monitoring during these interventions.

Among the studies that did report AEs, 40.1% documented at least one adverse event, with over half of the reported events (59.1%) linked directly to the training or testing, indicating a need for better definitions and reporting practices in future research.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Reporting of Adverse Events in Muscle Strengthening Interventions in Youth: A Systematic Review. Mack, DE., Anzovino, D., Sanderson, M., et al.[2023]

In a study involving 1618 first-time mothers, a new classification system for adverse events (AEs) was developed, distinguishing between Medical and Social AEs, with 1033 Medical and 257 Social events reported.

Poorer psycho-social status was a significant predictor for both types of AEs, with younger age and receiving benefits linked to Social AEs, while having a long-term illness and poorer mental health were associated with Medical AEs, highlighting the importance of considering social outcomes in safety monitoring.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Monitoring adverse social and medical events in public health trials: assessing predictors and interpretation against a proposed model of adverse event reporting. Moody, G., Addison, K., Cannings-John, R., et al.[2020]

In a study of 1510 emergency department patients, only 10% of medication errors (ME) could be identified using medication data alone, highlighting the need for more comprehensive data sources for accurate detection.

Over half of the identified adverse drug events (ADE) and medication errors required additional clinical information, such as symptoms and lab results, indicating that relying solely on coded medication data may lead to significant under-detection of these issues.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Data Requirements for the Correct Identification of Medication Errors and Adverse Drug Events in Patients Presenting at an Emergency Department. Plank-Kiegele, B., Bürkle, T., Müller, F., et al.[2018]

A content analysis of 263 accredited Master of Social Work (MSW) programs in the U.S. revealed a significant lack of formal substance use education, highlighting a critical gap in training for future social workers.

Many MSW programs do not have enough qualified faculty to teach substance use interventions, which is essential for social workers to effectively support clients with substance use issues.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The state of substance use education in Master of Social Work programs: A content analysis of course listings and faculty profiles. Minnick, D.[2020]

The Chief Resident Immersion Training (CRIT) program significantly improved substance use knowledge, confidence, and preparedness among 64 chief residents, compared to a control group of 22 who did not receive the training.

After 6 months, those who participated in the CRIT program reported enhanced clinical practices and teaching abilities related to substance use disorders, demonstrating the program's effectiveness in training future medical educators.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Promoting substance use education among generalist physicians: an evaluation of the Chief Resident Immersion Training (CRIT) program. Alford, DP., Bridden, C., Jackson, AH., et al.[2018]

Healthcare professionals currently receive insufficient education on substance use disorders, which is critical for effective treatment.

The timing of substance use education in medical training is poorly aligned with when it is most needed, leading to gaps in knowledge and negative attitudes towards these disorders.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Towards a framework for implementing physician education in substance use disorders. Klimas, J., McCracken, R., Robertson, R., et al.[2023]

A study involving 39 college students revealed that they prefer educational videos about substance use disorders (SUDs) to feature relatable animated characters and conversational narration with humor, making the content more engaging.

Students expressed a desire for information on the impacts of SUDs on various aspects of life, such as academics and relationships, while opposing fear-based messaging and requesting more details on the effectiveness of medication-assisted treatments.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

College Student Preferences for Substance Use Disorder Educational Videos: A Qualitative Study. Andraka-Christou, B., Alex, B., Lyneé Madeira, J.[2020]

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