Status:
COMPLETED
Cognitive Remediation and Work Therapy in the Initial Phase of Substance Abuse Treatment
Lead Sponsor:
Yale University
Conditions:
Substance Abuse
Substance Dependence
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
PHASE2
Brief Summary
The initial phase of substance abuse treatment is a vulnerable period for relapse. Cognitive impairments are common during this phase and may reduce the ability to benefit from other forms of substanc...
Detailed Description
This proposal aims to pilot test a cognitive remediation therapy (CRT) combined with work therapy (WT) as an adjunct to the initial phase of outpatient substance abuse treatment. There is ample resear...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- In the initial phase of treatment for substance abuse or dependence at VACHS.
- Fluency in English 6th grade or higher reading level DSM-IV criteria for any current drug use disorder
- Willingness to attend follow-up assessments at 13 and 26 weeks
- Willingness to submit to observed urine toxicology and breathalyzer screenings
Exclusion
- Untreated psychotic disorder
- Current prescribed treatment of opioids or benzodiazepines
- Having a legal case that may lead to incarceration during study period
- Residential plans that would interfere with participation
- Developmental disability or medical illness that may significantly compromise cognition or prevent work activity
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
December 1 2010
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
December 1 2014
Estimated Enrollment :
48 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01410110
Start Date
December 1 2010
End Date
December 1 2014
Last Update
January 19 2015
Active Locations (1)
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VA Connecticut Healthcare System
West Haven, Connecticut, United States, 06516