PSP Alcohol Reset Course for Public Safety Personnel

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 observational study examines an internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy program adapted for public safety personnel. Participants complete online, self-guided lessons over several weeks to develop skills for managing alcohol use. The study will look at how engaged participants are, what outcomes they achieve, and how satisfied they are with the course. Enrollment is open to Canadian PSP who are 18 or older and have internet access, with English proficiency. No randomization or control group is described in the protocol.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. 18 years of age or older;
2. Canadian resident;
3. Current or former, paid or volunteer PSP;
4. Willingness to learn information and skills to self-manage alcohol concerns;
5. Have internet access.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Current severe medical or psychiatric disorder (e.g. self report current symptoms of mania or psychosis, recent hospitalization for mental health concerns, actively suicidal, medical condition client thinks will interfere with treatment, severe substance use);
2. Unable to read and understand English. (All content is provided in English and staff is English speaking; pending findings of the research we will explore translating the course into French).

Where it's running

• University of Regina
  Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Heather D Hadjistavropoulos — heather.hadjistavropoulos@uregina.ca
• Study coordinator: Heather D Hadjistavropoulos
• Email: heather.hadjistavropoulos@uregina.ca
• Phone: 306-585-5133

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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.