Online Support Program for Alcoholism (LDART Trial)

Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byLi Yan McCurdy, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: N/A

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Yale University

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of this research study is to determine whether using a web-based intervention is feasible, acceptable, and helpful for people who engage in hazardous alcohol use and want to cut down or quit.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for English-speaking adults over 18 who've had a heavy drinking day in the past month and want to reduce or stop their alcohol use. They must have internet access via smartphone or computer, and score ≥8 on the AUDIT, indicating hazardous alcohol use.

Inclusion Criteria

I can fluently speak and understand English at a 6th grade level or higher.

I am 18 years old or older.

Treatment Details

The study is testing LDART, a web-based intervention designed to support individuals with hazardous alcohol use in their recovery efforts. It aims to assess if this online tool is practical, acceptable, and beneficial for those looking to cut down or quit drinking.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: LDARTExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will be asked to log onto the LDART website each night for a month.