Alcohol Use Disorder study: Approach Avoidance Training
Official title AAT for Alcohol Use Disorder in Veterans
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05372029
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out if this new computer‑based training helps veterans cut down on risky drinking and improve daily life in work, social, and home settings.
- Who it's for
- Veterans who have an alcohol use disorder and are receiving standard VA care.
- What's involved
- Participants will use a computer program that teaches them to avoid alcohol cues, while continuing their regular VA treatment. They will have a few visits for assessments and to use the program.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts several weeks, with a few scheduled visits for testing and program use.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- fluent in English
- primary diagnosis of alcohol use disorders (AUD) with no more than 90 days abstinence from alcohol
- 4-week stability if taking psychotropic medications
You likely can't join if
- lifetime history of psychotic or bipolar disorder
- neurodegenerative or neurodevelopmental disorders
- history of moderate or severe traumatic brain injury or other known neurological condition
- sensory deficits that would preclude completing tasks
- suicidal or homicidal ideation within the past month necessitating urgent higher level care
- concurrent individual psychotherapy or other treatment outside of standard DDRP programming
See the full eligibility criteria
- fluent in English
- primary diagnosis of alcohol use disorders (AUD) with no more than 90 days abstinence from alcohol
- 4-week stability if taking psychotropic medications
- lifetime history of psychotic or bipolar disorder
- neurodegenerative or neurodevelopmental disorders
- history of moderate or severe traumatic brain injury or other known neurological condition
- sensory deficits that would preclude completing tasks
- suicidal or homicidal ideation within the past month necessitating urgent higher level care
- concurrent individual psychotherapy or other treatment outside of standard DDRP programming
- conditions unsafe for completing MRI scanning for those completing the scanning component only (e.g., metal in body)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Diego, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at San Diego, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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