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Official title A SMART Evaluation of an Adaptive Web-based AUD Treatment for Service Members and Their Partners
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05619185
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of an adaptive web intervention (Partners Connect) on military spouse drinking behaviors (CPs) and service member help-seeking (SMs). The investigators want to identify for whom this intervention is most efficacious and on what drinking behaviors and mechanisms.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- at least 18 years of age;
- be living together with their partner, with no plans to change that status in the next 2 months;
- not be in the military themselves (to reduce concerns about mandated reporting of alcohol use);
- score ≥4 on the AUDIT-C for females or ≥5 for males/other;
- respond yes to "Do you feel safe in your current relationship?" from the Partner Violence Screen;
You likely can't join if
- CPs in substance use treatment or their SM was in treatment in the last three months;
- does not feel safe in the current relationship;
- does not understand English fluently;
- has an impaired capacity (cognitive, visual, or hearing);
- is not cohabitating with their SM
See the full eligibility criteria
- at least 18 years of age;
- be living together with their partner, with no plans to change that status in the next 2 months;
- not be in the military themselves (to reduce concerns about mandated reporting of alcohol use);
- score ≥4 on the AUDIT-C for females or ≥5 for males/other;
- respond yes to "Do you feel safe in your current relationship?" from the Partner Violence Screen;
- report not currently being in mental health or alcohol treatment (CP and SM)
- understand English fluently,
- be willing to try an online program to address risky drinking. We require cohabitating CPs and SMs with no anticipated changes in the next two months to ensure close contact and opportunity to practice new skills, and...
- CPs in substance use treatment or their SM was in treatment in the last three months;
- does not feel safe in the current relationship;
- does not understand English fluently;
- has an impaired capacity (cognitive, visual, or hearing);
- is not cohabitating with their SM
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Palo Alto, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Palo Alto, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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