Self-Guided Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Alcohol Consumption and Suicidal Ideation

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byMark J Rzeszutek, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Mark J Rzeszutek, PhD

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of this single groups trial is to (Aim 1) determine relationships between alcohol use, suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs), and behavioral economic decision-making in a community sample (N = 100) of alcohol using adults who are 18 years of age or older, (Aim 2) is to determine factors that predict engagement with a remote intervention (computer based training for cognitive behavioral therapy; CBT4CBT) for alcohol and its effects on alcohol use, STBs, and decision-making with those same adults. Participants will complete a baseline assessment and be given access for remote, self-guided CBT4CBT modules for alcohol use. Following this, participants will remotely complete three follow-up assessments over three months. This will allow for determination of incidence and predictors of alcohol use and STBs and determination of predictors of engagement and efficacy of a remote intervention for alcohol use in both samples.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults over 21 who regularly consume alcohol and may have suicidal thoughts or behaviors, as well as depression. Participants should be interested in trying self-guided cognitive behavioral therapy to address these issues.

Inclusion Criteria

Consume alcohol at least weekly

A score of 8 or greater on the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT)

Some interest in cutting back on drinking or quitting

+2 more

Exclusion Criteria

A score of 23 or greater on the Alcohol Withdrawal System Checklist (AWSC)

Already being in treatment for alcohol use disorder at baseline

I have been diagnosed with a psychiatric condition other than depression or anxiety.

Participant Groups

The study tests if a computer-based training program for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT4CBT) can help reduce alcohol use and improve decision-making among those with suicidal tendencies. It involves baseline assessment, access to CBT modules, and follow-ups over three months.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Alcohol-Based Computer Based Training for Cognitive Behavioral TherapyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants in this arm will complete four assessments, one at baseline, then another three one month apart. Participants will be given access to Computer Based Training for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT4CBT) at the end of their baseline session.