NCT07044531 · Thrive Digital Health, LLC
DEVELOPMENT OF A NOVEL PEER RECOVERY SUPPORTER TRAINING PLATFORM
What this study is about
The focus of this study is to assess the effect on Peer Recovery Support Service providers of the fully asynchronous training platform (TDPP) and the TDPP with live zoom sessions on skill and adherence compared with training-as-usual.
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The focus of this study is to assess the effect on Peer Recovery Support Service providers of the fully asynchronous training platform (TDPP) and the TDPP with live zoom sessions on skill and adherence compared with training-as-usual.
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL
Training-as-Usual (TAU)
Standard live, instructor-led training course from the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR), with no digital platform modules.
BEHAVIORAL
TDPP-A (Asynchronous Platform)
Participants engage with the Thrive Digital Peer Platform (TDPP), a fully asynchronous, self-paced online training program. The content includes 11 interactive modules structured using the Connect → Grow → Apply (CGA) learning framework, featuring peer stories, behavioral exercises, and scenario-based assessments.
BEHAVIORAL
TDPP-Z (Hybrid)
The self-paced TDPP modules plus an interactive roleplay practice component and recorded instructor video. This replaced three live, facilitator-led videoconference sessions in August 2026.
BEHAVIORAL
Localized TDPP (Maryland)
The self-paced TDPP content localized for Maryland peer recovery support specialists.
Primary outcome measures
Skill and Adherence Score, Modified Yale Adherence and Competence Scale II (YACS-II)
Time frame: Post-intervention (within 2 weeks of training completion)
Recorded post-training behavioral interview using standardized peer recovery scenarios, scored by two trained raters blinded to training condition using the Yale Adherence and Competence Scale II modified for peer recovery support. Adherence (frequency and extensiveness) and skill level are each rated from 1 to 7, and the raters' scores are averaged. Higher scores mean better adherence and skill.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Eligible participants will be prospective PRSS providers residing in the U.S., ages 18 and over, with at least one year of continuous sobriety. \-
Exclusion criteria
- We will exclude individuals with eligibility questionnaire responses indicating: (a) an inability to read or speak English; (b) active suicidal ideation (PHQ-9, Item 9); (c) severe anxiety (GAD-7 \>15); (d) significant medical illnesses, and; (e) unable to complete the baseline assessment or unavailable for computer and telephone follow-ups over the approximately ten month study period. \-
Where
- Solon, Ohio
Collaborators
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
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Frequently asked questions
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Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
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Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
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How long does a clinical trial last?
Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Sep 29, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations