Dr. Coughlin’s work focuses on the intersection of behavioral economics, health equity, and substance use, including opioid use. This includes designing and implementing adaptive interventions to enhance the quality, access, and reach of substance use care to reduce health disparities, including improving access to substance use care in rural America.
I’m particularly interested in understanding the complex interplay between choice preferences and substance use behaviors, applying behavioral economic frameworks to solve addiction-related challenges. By working closely with diverse communities, this work aims to create impactful solutions that address substance use challenges and improve the overall well-being of all individuals and communities.