Psychotic Disorders study: Avatar Intervention
Official title RCT Comparing Avatar Intervention to Supportive Intervention to Reduce Cannabis Use in Patients With Psychotic Disorders
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05704582
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if the Avatar intervention works better than supportive care at reducing cannabis use.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have a psychotic disorder and use cannabis.
- What's involved
- Participants will be randomly assigned to either the Avatar program or supportive care and will attend scheduled visits and complete related assessments.
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 and older
You may be able to join if
- Males or females over 18 years of age who meet the DSM-5 criteria for CUD (≥4 criteria) ;
- Patients will meet the DSM-5 criteria for schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or bipolar disorder with psychotic symptoms.
You likely can't join if
- Current SUD for a substance other than cannabis ;
- Ongoing pharmacological or psychological treatment for CUD ;
- Ongoing detoxification for cannabis withdrawal ;
- Presence of neurological disorders ;
- Presence of a severe and unstable physical illness ;
- Inability to provide consent.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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