A phase I pilot study of a mobile education tool for supporting pregnant women with opioid use disorder

A phase I pilot study of a mobile education tool for supporting pregnant women with opioid use disorder

Background: Perinatal opioid use disorder (OUD) and neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) require targeted interventions to address gaps in maternal education and support. Maternal involvement in non-pharmacological NAS care is essential for improving neonatal outcomes, yet many mothers lack accessible...

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Main Authors: Ekaterina Burduli, Jessica Fitts Willoughby, Kaylee Paulsgrove, Anna Winquist, Sterling M. McPherson, Ron Kim Johnson, Hendrée E. Jones
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-06-01
Series:Drug and Alcohol Dependence Reports
Subjects:
Neonatal abstinence syndrome
Opioid use disorder
MHealth
Videos
Perinatal
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772724625000101
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Summary:Background: Perinatal opioid use disorder (OUD) and neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) require targeted interventions to address gaps in maternal education and support. Maternal involvement in non-pharmacological NAS care is essential for improving neonatal outcomes, yet many mothers lack accessible resources to manage NAS symptoms and to navigate social and healthcare challenges. Mobile health applications offer a promising solution, but few cater specifically to the needs of perinatal women with OUD. Objective: We assessed the usability, acceptability, and feasibility of a new mobile educational tool for pregnant women with OUD, focusing on the perinatal period and NAS care. Results: Six perinatal women with OUD (n = 1 pregnant, n = 5 postpartum; mean age 31) found the tool highly acceptable (modified CSQ-8 mean=28.8 out of 32) and usable (modified SUS mean=45.0 out of 50). Most were likely to use the tool during pregnancy and postpartum, citing improved preparedness for advocating for themselves, managing NAS, and navigating CPS. Feedback suggested expanding content on infant withdrawal medications. Conclusions: This mobile tool shows promise in empowering perinatal women with OUD. Further research is needed to evaluate its impact on clinical and neonatal outcomes.
ISSN:2772-7246

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