Examining Feasibility and Acceptability of Telemedicine for Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Examining Feasibility and Acceptability of Telemedicine for Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

The objective of this pilot intervention study is to iteratively refine motivational interviewing and psychosocial intervention programs delivered via telehealth (Teletx) to help improve substance use and other related outcomes in SUD patients who are not receiving SUD care. We will examine feasibility and acceptability of these pilot psychosocial programs in a total of n=50 participants. The goal is to refine the programs to improve acceptability and feasibility and collect preliminary data for a future fully powered randomized controlled trial (RCT) in the future.

In addition to study sessions, participants that are enrolled in the study will complete surveys prior to, during, and after treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Outpatient care at Michigan Medicine in past year
• Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) SUD diagnosis and/or substance use on average of 2 days a week over the past month
• Have a Smart phone, tablet or another Wi-Fi or data-enabled device (e.g. with a camera)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Inability to speak or understand English
• Conditions that preclude informed consent (e.g., acute psychosis, cognitive deficits) or understanding of assessment or program content
• Prior alcohol withdrawal seizures or delirium tremens (DTs). Those who are at-risk of complicated withdrawal (e.g., seizures, DTs) require greater medical attention and will be excluded and referred to their clinician for medical management.