Protocol Study on Addiction, Trauma and Immigration Among Vulnerable Young Adults in Grand Est

NCT06922721 | Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 2024-A01534-43
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 182
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 7

Brief Summary

The ATICC study (Addiction, Trauma, and Immigration, Prevention and Cross-Cultural Support for Care) investigates the complex relationships between trauma, substance use, migration experiences, and mental health perceptions among vulnerable young adults in Transitional Housing (Foyers de Jeunes Travailleurs) in France. Using a tripartite methodology, the study includes: (1) a cross-sectional survey to identify risk factors, (2) qualitative interviews to explore individual experiences, and (3) a longitudinal intervention using focus groups to assess psychological well-being and attitudes toward care. The findings will contribute to developing culturally adapted prevention and support programs.

Conditions

Trauma and Stress-related Disorders; Substance Use Disorder (SUD); Substance Use Risk

Keywords

addiction; trauma; Immigration; Mental health; young adults; Substance use

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Attitudes toward mental health care

  Attitudes toward mental health care is measured through changes in perceptions of mental health services, stigma, and willingness to seek care before and after the intervention through a validated scale.

  6 months

Secondary Outcomes (5)

• Anxiety

  6 months

• Depression

  6 months

• Alcohol use

  6 months

• Tobacco use

  6 months

• Cannabis use

  6 months

Study Arms (1)

group participants

Participant aged \>18, Resident in a Housing center , Fluent in French, adult participants who are not under guardianship (tutelle) or curatorship (curatelle).

Other: Focus group

Interventions

Focus group OTHER

The "Well-Being Coffee Group" intervention is implemented in two formats: in person and others via videoconference, all facilitated by the same psychologist throughout the study. Across all formats, participation is voluntary and follows an information phase and the signing of an informed consent form. Participants will complete standardized evaluation questionnaires at multiple time points. The discussion groups are designed to create a supportive and open environment that encourages free expression. Their goal is to provide participants with a space to share their thoughts, emotions, and personal experiences, as well as to reflect on those emerging from group discussions. Topics explored include identity, substance use, migratory experiences, and mental health, fostering meaningful dialogue and mutual support.

group participants

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 25 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population consists of young adults aged 16 to 25 years residing in Transitional Housing for Young Adults (Foyers de Jeunes Travailleurs, FJT) affiliated with the Union Régionale pour l'Habitat des Jeunes (URHAJ). These individuals meet specific vulnerability criteria and come from diverse life trajectories, including those aging out of child welfare services (ASE), individuals under judicial protection (PJJ), persons with disabilities, refugees, and single-parent families. Due to their backgrounds, these young adults face significant adversity, which may have profound effects on their mental health and well-being. This population is particularly exposed to psychosocial stressors, making them a relevant demographic for studying the interplay between trauma, substance use, and mental health care access.

You may qualify if:

• Resident in a Housing center, speak and read french, adult participants who are not under guardianship or curatorship, any cultural background.

You may not qualify if:

• minors, don't speak and read french, adults under guardianship and curatorship.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• University of Lorraine: lead
• French Institute for Public Health Research (IReSP): collaborator

Study Sites (7)

Les Compagnons du Devoir et du Tour de France

Jarville-la-Malgrange, 54140, France

RECRUITING

Résidence Habitat Jeunes Campus

Maxéville, 54320, France

RECRUITING

Association Carrefour

Metz, 57000, France

RECRUITING

Foyer des jeunes ouvriers

Metz, 57000, France

RECRUITING

Résidence des Abeilles ADALI-HABITAT

Nancy, 54000, France

RECRUITING

Résidence MARAE

Nancy, 54000, France

RECRUITING

Habitat Jeunes 3 frontières

Thionville, 57100, France

RECRUITING

Related Publications (1)

• Najdini M, Frigaux A, Mathieu J, Shadili G, Guenoun T, Vlachopoulou X, Belot RA, Bazan A, Gressier F, Robin M, Essadek A. ATICC: a mixed-methods study on addiction, trauma, and immigration among vulnerable young adults in the grand est youth network. BMC Psychol. 2025 May 30;13(1):582. doi: 10.1186/s40359-025-02738-5.

  PMID: 40448223 DERIVED

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MeSH Terms

Conditions

Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders; Substance-Related Disorders; Behavior, Addictive; Wounds and Injuries; Psychological Well-Being

Interventions

Focus Groups

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Mental Disorders; Chemically-Induced Disorders; Compulsive Behavior; Impulsive Behavior; Behavior; Personal Satisfaction

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Data Collection; Epidemiologic Methods; Investigative Techniques; Health Care Evaluation Mechanisms; Quality of Health Care; Health Care Quality, Access, and Evaluation; Public Health; Environment and Public Health

Study Officials

• Aziz Essadek, Phd in psychology

  University of Lorraine

  STUDY DIRECTOR

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: PROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: April 3, 2025
• First Posted: April 10, 2025
• Study Start: January 6, 2025
• Primary Completion: December 1, 2025
• Study Completion: December 1, 2025
• Last Updated: April 10, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-04

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

FR (7)