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Official title Cultural Adaptation of Drug Treatment for DJJ Youth
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06003725
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This project aims to improve the understanding of the impact of Ethnic and Racial Discrimination (ERD) on adolescent alcohol and other drug use (AOD) within the Black Justice-Involved Youth (JIY) population. Individual interviews with Black JIY and focus groups with parents and guardians of Black JIY and community members who support change and reform in the justice community for Black JIY will be conducted.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 13 to 17. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- For Focus Groups and Interviews: Black JIY Participants:
- 1) Between the ages of 13-17; 2) identify as Black or African American; and 3) on community probation.
You likely can't join if
- Will be excluded if they do not have parental consent to participate. For Focus Groups and Interviews: Adult Participants Inclusion Criteria:
- A guardian of JIY
- An advocate (someone who supports change and reform in the justice community) for Black JIY. Exclusion Criteria:
- Will be excluded if they do not provide consent to participate. For pilot feasibility study: Black JIY Participants: Inclusion Criteria:
- Between the ages of 13 and 17
- Identify as Black or African American
See the full eligibility criteria
- For Focus Groups and Interviews: Black JIY Participants:
- 1) Between the ages of 13-17; 2) identify as Black or African American; and 3) on community probation.
- Will be excluded if they do not have parental consent to participate. For Focus Groups and Interviews: Adult Participants Inclusion Criteria:
- A guardian of JIY
- An advocate (someone who supports change and reform in the justice community) for Black JIY. Exclusion Criteria:
- Will be excluded if they do not provide consent to participate. For pilot feasibility study: Black JIY Participants: Inclusion Criteria:
- Between the ages of 13 and 17
- Identify as Black or African American
- Be on community probation
- Meet criteria for alcohol, cannabis, or other drug misuse as defined by the DSM 5
- Be experiencing at least 1 problem related to AOD;
- The frequency of AOD must be weekly use over a 3-month period Exclusion Criteria:
- Will be excluded if they do not have parental consent to participate
- Parole violation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- San Francisco, California, United States
- Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 13 years to 17 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include San Francisco, California, United States; Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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