Evaluating caregiver involvement in interventions for adolescent alcohol use problems

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of caregiver involvement in brief interventions for adolescents with mild alcohol use disorder (AUD) in primary care settings. It compares three approaches: no caregiver involvement, a single live session with a caregiver, and an online self-paced program for caregivers. The study aims to determine which level of caregiver engagement is most effective in reducing alcohol use among teens and improving related psychosocial outcomes. By utilizing motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, the research seeks to enhance intervention strategies for this vulnerable population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* 12-18 years old;
* Mild to moderate severity for substance use (based on screeners such as AUDIT, CUDIT, BSTAD, KCAT SUD, S2BI, CRAFFT, etc.)
* English language fluency

Exclusion Criteria:

* N/A

Where it's running

• IU Health/Indiana University School of Medicine
  Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Zachary Adams, PhD, HSPP — Indiana University
• Study coordinator: SPARC Research Team
• Email: sparc@iu.edu
• Phone: (317) 274-7715

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.