Compensatory Cognitive Training Via Telehealth for Veterans With Alcohol Use Disorders
Completed · Not applicable
Conditions studied: Alcohol Use Disorder
In brief
Most individuals entering treatment for alcohol use disorders (AUDs) present with cognitive deficits across a range of cognitive domains, and these deficits frequently persist for six months or longer following remission. Cognitive deficits are associated with increased relapse rates, less treatment compliance, and poorer treatment outcomes in individuals seeking substance use treatment. Despite the high rates of cognitive impairments among adults with AUDs and their negative impact on treatment outcomes, current evidence-based treatments for AUDs do not specifically treat or address cognitive symptoms. Accessible (e.g., brief, manualized, delivered via telehealth) and effective treatments for adults with AUDs and cognitive deficits are urgently needed. The primary objective of this study is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a manualized, 8-week, Compensatory Cognitive Training (CCT) intervention delivered via telehealth for Veterans in early remission from alcohol use disorder (AUD). The investigators hypothesize that Motivationally Enhanced Compensatory Cognitive Training for Addictions (ME-CCT-A) will be feasible and acceptable in a pilot trial of ME-CCT-A delivered via telehealth.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT06134128
- Run by
- Portland VA Medical Center
- People needed
- 19
- Starts
- 2023-10-02
- Expected to finish
- 2025-01-10
- Last updated by the study team
- 2025-11-21
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Male and female Veterans (>18 years) who meet criteria for AUD in early remission (>1 month, <12 months remission) based on the DSM-5 (American Psychiatric Association, 2013)
- Concern about a mild cognitive decline that has been identified by the Veteran or a knowledgeable informant (e.g., SUD treatment providers), and the Veteran wants treatment for their cognitive concerns
- Access to internet and webcam.
You may not qualify if…
- Intoxication or impaired capacity to understand study risks and benefits
- Major Neurocognitive Disorder, dementia, neurodegenerative disorder (e.g., Alzheimer's Disease)
- Auditory or visual impairments that would prevent ability to participate in the cognitive rehabilitation group or benefit from compensatory strategies
Where it is running
- Portland VA Medical Center — Portland, Oregon, United States
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