Status:
COMPLETED
Study Comparing Two Types of Psychotherapy for Treating Depression and Substance Abuse
Lead Sponsor:
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Conditions:
Alcohol Abuse
Cannabis Abuse
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-70 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether Integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Twelve Step Facilitation Therapy is most effective for treatment of dually diagnosed veterans with depressi...
Detailed Description
Depression is the most frequent co-occuring mental health disorder among adults with substance use disorders, and such comorbidity is often associated with poorer treatment outcomes. Although there is...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Individuals diagnosed with one or more substance use disorders (alcohol, cannabis, and or stimulant abuse/dependence) and an independent co-occurring depressive disorder (major depression or dysthymia) will be included.
Exclusion
- Individuals with substance induced mood disorders and individuals experiencing persistent psychotic symptoms.
- Those with life threatening or unstable medical illness, neurological disorders, or inability to read will be excluded.
- Individuals currently prescribed steroids, disulfiram, or long acting benzodiazepines will be excluded.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 1 2004
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
Estimated Enrollment :
Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00108407
Start Date
October 1 2004
Last Update
March 6 2009
Active Locations (1)
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VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego
San Diego, California, United States, 92161