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Information Regarding Data Collection Software JCOIN Methodology and Advanced Analytics Resource Center (MAARC)
JCOIN Methodology and Advanced Analytics Resource Center (MAARC) Version 1.1 October 7, 2024 Selecting which software to use when collecting demographic, clinical and survey data—especially data obtained via chart review, interview or self-completed questionnaire—is one of the most important decisions you make when executing a study. Often this decision is made based merely on the…
Read MoreAddiction & Pregnancy Behind Bars (New Aced It Episode)
In this episode, the struggle with addiction faced by pregnant individuals in prison is discussed. The researchers, who found that most states and counties have no laws specifically addressing SUD screening and treatment for those who are pregnant in correctional facilities, offer a two-pronged approach to addressing this issue. The episode closes with a discussion of…
Read MoreSleep and Marijuana (New Aced It Episode)
This episode looks at the relationship between sleep and marijuana use. The researchers were interested in knowing how people’s use of marijuana to help sleep predicts frequency of marijuana use, problematic use, how well people sleep, and what, if any, relationship exists between these and the race or sex of the individual. The results indicate…
Read MoreStudy Explores Therapeutic Communities and Differences in Social Support
Findings from JCOIN’s University of Kentucky Research Center and Methodology and Advanced Analytics Resource Center (MAARC) The number of women with a substance use disorder (SUD) has grown exponentially in recent years. Rebuilding social support networks that were strained due to an individual’s active addiction is a significant protective factor for women in recovery. Support…
Read MoreMulti-Level Intervention to Reduce Stigma of SUD and CL Involvement
Stigma related to substance use and criminal-legal (CL) involvement hinders an individual’s access to evidence-based addiction treatment. Stigma manifests at the structural, social, and personal levels and requires multi-level interventions to address it effectively. In a study published in Health and Justice, researchers conducted a non-randomized effectiveness trial of a multi-level stigma intervention called Combatting…
Read MoreJCOIN Launches Xylazine 101 Video Explainer
Xylazine is a non-opioid sedative not approved for human use that is increasingly found as an adulterant in the illicit drug supply and is contributing to record levels of overdose deaths. The Xylazine 101 video explainer discusses the prevalence and toxicology of xylazine, major concerns, and overdose response strategies. Experts share concrete strategies and resources…
Read MoreCentering the Voices of People with Lived Criminal Legal Experience in JCOIN Research
Watch the recording The webinar focused on how the JCOIN Clinical Research Centers (Research Hubs) empower people with lived experience (PWLE) and the critical role of including their voices in research. They also discussed strategies for meaningful engagement, heard from experts and PWLE, and learned how these contributions can drive innovation and more effective solutions…
Read MoreRecommendations to Improve the Service Quality in Veteran Treatment Courts
Findings from JCOIN’s Coordination and Translation Center (CTC) A recent study published in the journal Victims & Offenders explores the inner workings of Veterans Treatment Courts and the unique treatment needs of justice-involved veterans. Veterans Treatment Courts (VTCs) have emerged as a mechanism for addressing the unique needs of veterans who find themselves entangled…
Read MoreNIDA Announces Four New Funding Opportunities for JCOIN Phase II
The National Institute on Drug Abuse released four Request For Applications (RFAs) for JCOIN Phase II Clinical Research Hubs and Support Centers aimed at improving outcomes for people with a substance use disorder (SUD) or who are at risk of overdose. These include: Clinical Research Hubs (UM1, Clinical Trial Required): (RFA-DA-25-025): The JCOIN Phase II…
Read MoreLinkage Facilitation Across the Justice Community Opioid Innovation Network
Watch the full webinar The transition from incarceration back into the community is a particularly vulnerable time, especially for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD). Many individuals with SUD are released without connection to services or a clear plan for continuing treatment. Linkage facilitation has shown to be an effective strategy for ensuring seamless connections…
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