Study Comparing Two Types of Psychotherapy for Treating Depression and Substance Abuse (NCT00108407) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Study Comparing Two Types of Psychotherapy for Treating Depression and Substance Abuse
United StatesStarted 2004-10
Plain-language 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 depressive and substance use disorders.
Who can participate
Age range18 Years ā 70 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* 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 Criteria:
* 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.