Guided internet treatment for harmful alcohol use
Guided Internet-Based Treatment for Harmful Alcohol Use; EBehandling Alkohol
This study is testing a new online treatment program to help people with harmful alcohol use reduce their drinking and improve their mental health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sykehuset i Vestfold HF Academic / other |
| Locations | 5 sites (Kristiansand, Agder and 4 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06739109 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study implements a guided internet-based treatment program for individuals with harmful alcohol use, known as eBehandling Alkohol (eBA), across five hospitals in Norway starting in autumn 2024. The program aims to provide an accessible and cost-effective treatment option that can help reduce alcohol consumption and improve mental health. Previous pilot projects have shown promising results, indicating that eBA can effectively address the stigma associated with seeking treatment and enhance access to care. Participants will engage in therapy-guided sessions through a secure online platform, allowing them to work towards reducing their alcohol use.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals experiencing harmful alcohol use who are motivated to reduce their consumption and can utilize internet-based treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with acute or severe mental disorders, such as psychosis or ongoing suicidal issues, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly reduce harmful alcohol consumption and improve the overall mental and physical health of patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar internet-based treatment approaches for alcohol use, indicating that this method is both effective and promising.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Harmful alcohol use * Willing to make an effort to reduce alcohol consumption * Able to use guided internet-based treatment * Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone * Access to BankID or equivalent secure log-in Exclusion Criteria: \* Acute and/or severe mental disorders, such as psychotic issues or ongoing suicidal issues.
Where this trial is running
Kristiansand, Agder and 4 other locations
- Sørlandet Hospital Trust (Hospital of Kristiansand) — Kristiansand, Agder, Norway (Not_yet_recruiting)
- Akershus University Hospital — Loerenskog, Akershus, Norway (Recruiting)
- Innlandet Hospital Trust — Lillehammer, Innlandet, Norway (Recruiting)
- St. Olavs Hospital — Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway (Recruiting)
- Vestfold Hospital Trust — Tønsberg, Vestfold, Norway (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kristin K Solli, PhD — Sykehuset i Vestfold HF
- Study coordinator: Kristin K Solli, PhD
- Email: krsoll@siv.no
- Phone: +4747905895
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.