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Integrative Couple Treatment for Gambling/Substance Use Disorder

Canada100 participantsStarted 2023-05-01

Plain-language summary

The aim of the study is to compare couple-based treatment to individual treatment (treatment as usual) for addiction (gambling or substance use disorder).

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

Inclusion Criteria: * The Gambler may have a gambling or substance use problem at the beginning of treatment AND is accepted for treatment by addiction rehabilitation centers (CRDs). * The Gambler has engaged in gambling or substance use behaviors in the past three months (Time Line Follow-Back). * The Partner may or may not engage in gambling, consume alcohol or other substances of abuse. * Living in couple for at least six months OR report being in a significant relationship for at least two years. * Neither member of the couple presents a mental health problem that could hinder their ability to participate in the therapeutic process. Exclusion Criteria: * The Gambler has been completely abstinent from any gambling or substance use problem for the past three months. * The Gambler received treatment for gambling disorder or substance abuse disorder during the last six months (excluding Gamblers Anonymous, Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous). * Low level of marital commitment between the couple in the past 2 weeks indicating a high risk of short-term separation (Marital Status Inventory, score ≥9) * Presence of serious acts of violence committed within the past year endangering the safety or life of one of the spouses (Modified Conflict Tactics Scales: Answer YES to any question from Q27-33) OR use of services for victims of domestic violence in the past year. * Presence of an active mental health disorder in either partner hindering therapeutic participation, suc…

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.

Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Change in Self-reports of alcohol, substance use and gambling with the Time-Line Follow-Back (TLFB) in the last 90 days-Gamblers

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Canadian Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI)-Gambler

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Alcohol, Smoking and Substance involvement and Screening Test (ASSIST) of the World Health Organization (WHO)-Gambler

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Negative Gambling/Using Consequences-Gambler

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Negative Gambling/Using Consequences-Partner

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05833503

SponsorUniversité du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-08

Contact for this trial

Joël Tremblay, PhD

418-659-2170 Joel.Tremblay@uqtr.ca

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Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

What they're measuring

Change in Self-reports of alcohol, substance use and gambling with the Time-Line Follow-Back (TLFB) in the last 90 days-Gamblers

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Canadian Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI)-Gambler

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Alcohol, Smoking and Substance involvement and Screening Test (ASSIST) of the World Health Organization (WHO)-Gambler

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Negative Gambling/Using Consequences-Gambler

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)

Change in Negative Gambling/Using Consequences-Partner

Timeframe: in the last 90 days of admission, 6,12 and 18 months post-admission (The first admission is anticipated for april 2023 and the last in march 2024)