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Contingency Management for Alcoholism (Peth Trial)
N/A
Recruiting
Led By Sheila Alessi, Ph.D.
Research Sponsored by UConn Health
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Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 12 weeks
Awards & highlights
Peth Trial Summary
This trial will study whether providing reinforcement (in the form of vouchers) for negative alcohol tests and treatment attendance will increase the proportion of participants who respond to treatment for alcohol use disorders.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals with an alcohol use disorder who are starting intensive outpatient treatment. It's not suitable for those with conditions that could interfere with their participation in the study.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if adding a reward system (Contingency Management) to standard care improves attendance and reduces alcohol consumption in patients. Participants will either receive standard care or standard care plus rewards for attending treatment and providing alcohol-free blood samples.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves behavioral interventions rather than medications, traditional side effects are not expected. However, participants may experience stress or disappointment when they do not meet the criteria for receiving rewards.
Peth Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 12 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Alcohol abstinence
Group attendance
Peth Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Experimental GroupExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Standard care plus contingency management
Group II: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention
Standard care
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Contingency management
2006
Completed Phase 4
~960
Standard care
2005
Completed Phase 3
~9260
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Who is running the clinical trial?
UConn HealthLead Sponsor
211 Previous Clinical Trials
60,471 Total Patients Enrolled
19 Trials studying Alcoholism
3,402 Patients Enrolled for Alcoholism
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)NIH
802 Previous Clinical Trials
1,365,295 Total Patients Enrolled
424 Trials studying Alcoholism
985,718 Patients Enrolled for Alcoholism
Sheila Alessi, Ph.D.Principal Investigator - UConn Health
UConn Health
3 Previous Clinical Trials
240 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Alcoholism
120 Patients Enrolled for Alcoholism
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You have a medical condition that may make it difficult for you to participate in the study.You have been diagnosed with a drinking problem by a mental health professional.I am currently in a rigorous outpatient treatment program.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Experimental Group
- Group 2: Control Group
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How many participants are being enrolled in this research project?
"Affirmative. As per the clinicaltrials.gov records, this clinical trial is actively seeking patients for enrollment and has been since January 22nd 2020. The latest update was on June 1st 2022 and 150 patients are being recruited from a single site."
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Are there any vacancies to participate in this research project at the moment?
"Affirmative. Per the clinicaltrials.gov database, this medical study is recruiting patients - first posted on January 22nd 2020 and last edited June 1st 2022 - with a need for 150 enrollees at one site."
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