Examining the Relationship Between Ongoing Alcohol Use, Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors and Related Constructs, and Behavioral Economic Decision-Making

Launched by MARK J RZESZUTEK, PHD · Feb 19, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how ongoing alcohol use is related to thoughts and behaviors about suicide, as well as how people make decisions about their drinking. The study will involve 100 adults, aged 18 and older, who drink alcohol regularly and have some interest in cutting back or quitting. Researchers want to find out what factors might predict these thoughts and behaviors, and how effective a remote computer-based training program (called CBT4CBT) can be in helping participants with their alcohol use and mental health.

If you are interested in participating, you need to be at least 18 years old and drink alcohol at least once a week. You should have a specific score on a test that checks for alcohol use issues, indicating you might benefit from help. Participants will start with an assessment and then have access to online training modules over three months, where they will also complete follow-up assessments. The goal is to understand better how alcohol use affects mental health and how effective the online program is for those looking to change their drinking habits.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • At least 18 years old
• • Consume alcohol at least weekly
• • A score of 8 or greater on the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT)
• • Some interest in cutting back on drinking or quitting
• • Read and understand English
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • A score of 31 or greater on the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT) at baseline
• • Reporting schizophrenia and/or other psychiatric diagnoses other than depression or anxiety at baseline
• • Already being in treatment for alcohol use disorder at baseline
• • Past month substance use other than cannabis or tobacco