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Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
18-65 years of age
Female (biological sex at birth)
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up an average of six months after release from incarceration
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MIT Trial Summary
This trial will support the development and evaluation of a mindfulness intervention for female prison inmates that will target key neuropsychological vulnerabilities that are associated with relapse and recidivism.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for English-speaking female inmates aged 18-65 with alcohol use disorder, who are not due to be released within the next three months. They must have at least a 5th-grade reading level. Those with metal in their body, low IQ scores, psychotic disorders, dementia or cognitive disabilities, major illnesses or CNS diseases, and severe hearing or vision problems cannot join.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is evaluating a mindfulness program designed to address neuropsychological factors linked to relapse and criminal behavior in women prisoners with alcohol abuse issues. The goal is to reduce the cycle of drinking and re-offending.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Mindfulness interventions typically do not cause physical side effects but can sometimes lead to increased emotional sensitivity or discomfort as participants become more aware of their thoughts and feelings.
MIT Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am between 18 and 65 years old.
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I am biologically female.
MIT Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 4 weeks, 8 weeks, and after release from incarceration (every 3 months)
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~4 weeks, 8 weeks, and after release from incarceration (every 3 months)
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change from baseline alcohol craving
Change from baseline daily alcohol consumption
Change from baseline temptation to drink alcohol
+1 moreMIT Trial Design
4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Relapse PreventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: MindfulnessExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Mindfulness
Group III: Treatment as UsualActive Control1 Intervention
Group IV: Waitlist ControlActive Control1 Intervention
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Mindfulness
2014
Completed Phase 3
~2670
Relapse Prevention
2009
Completed Phase 3
~400
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Who is running the clinical trial?
The Mind Research NetworkLead Sponsor
26 Previous Clinical Trials
2,020 Total Patients Enrolled
8 Trials studying Alcoholism
586 Patients Enrolled for Alcoholism
University of Wisconsin, MadisonOTHER
1,189 Previous Clinical Trials
3,169,066 Total Patients Enrolled
12 Trials studying Alcoholism
4,130 Patients Enrolled for Alcoholism
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You have a history of dementia or other conditions that affect your ability to think and remember.Your IQ score is below 70.I am between 18 and 65 years old.I am biologically female.You cannot have an MRI scan because you have metal in your body.You should be able to read and understand texts at least at a 5th grade level.You have a problem with drinking too much alcohol.You have hearing or vision problems that cannot be corrected.You currently have a mental illness that includes active psychotic symptoms.I do not have a major illness or brain disease.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Mindfulness
- Group 2: Relapse Prevention
- Group 3: Treatment as Usual
- Group 4: Waitlist Control
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.
Alcoholism Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT03883646 — N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Who meets the criteria to participate in this clinical examination?
"This clinical trial seeks 480 individuals who have engaged in criminal activity and are aged between 18 to 65. Those that meet the criteria may be eligible for admission into this study."
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How many individuals are participating in this experiment?
"Indeed, the online data indicates that this medical experiment is now actively enrolling participants. Posting was initiated on July 1st 2018 and revised most recently on April 5th 2021 with a goal of 480 patients at one site."
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Does this research endeavor accommodate seniors as participants?
"According to the eligibility requirements, those aged 18 and over but under 65 are qualified for acceptance in this medical trial."
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Is this research actively recruiting participants at the moment?
"According to the page on clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is still accepting participants as of now. This investigation was first posted in July 2018 and its most recent update occurred April 2021."
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Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
New Mexico
What site did they apply to?
The Mind Research Network
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
3+
Why did patients apply to this trial?
I want to have a better understanding of why I am attracted to criminal behavior. Is it something that I learned as a child sing? It was I attracted to as a teenager. I want to understand why I recently picked up new charges after 12 years and I want to know why this behavior is here with me why I’m attracted to it why I make bad choices why I attract people of the same nature I want to have a better understanding. I am not a bad person, but I make poor decisions and attract bad situations and I want to know more I want to stop this.
PatientReceived no prior treatments
What questions have other patients asked about this trial?
How long is the trail? What days are the trail? What hours are the trail? What is the underlined goal for this trial and what will I gain from this trial?
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
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