Hello all,
I am writing my first research paper on web-based for substance use disorder, specifically alcohol abuse. Does anyone know of any research published or unpublished that I may look at?
Kypri et al
Arch Intern Med. 2008;168(5):530-536. doi:10.1001/archinternmed.2007.109
What do you mean by "web-based"? Automated, non-automated? We focus on mobile-device-based treatment of substance use disorder; detection, prediction and prevention of adverse events using advanced predictive analytics...but requires patients to carry a smartphone and wear an optional HR/SpO2% sensor...I'm pretty familiar with the literature about mobile-device-based treatment of SUD but I'm not sure if that would be responsive to your question. It does use the web, but I wouldn't describe it as "web-based".
Hello Devin,
Your answer is awesome! I have looked into the mobile-device-based treatment option but was really focused on finding something like a website that uses predictive analytic methods. But I am beginning to think maybe I should shift my focus a little.
The problem with a website for PA is that PA needs a robust data source to work; for example we collect about 80 data points every second of every day for every patient, in order to predict what each patient will do next (with some degree of accuracy). I'm not sure how a website would collect enough data, unless it were seeded with already-collected data but even the richness of the interaction would be limited. Most mobile apps, though, are really just littl web sites in a wrapper but to passively collect live data you'll need a bit more (eg native apps). If you are looking at predictive analytics I would look more to mobile-driven analytics than a traditional website experience. Also, in many medical indications, esp behavioral health including SUD, it is better not to ask too much of the patients and instead collect data passively (just ask them to carry phone, etc). As they progress in remission, then perhaps a website type experience makes more sense.
Thank you so much! I am an undergraduate psychology major who will be entering a masters program in addiction counseling in two years. I live in a rural area and would love to see "Virtual Treatment Centers" become a reality especially where I live as transportation is definitely a barrier but for some reason technology is everywhere. Again, thank you so much for the information.
European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction, publication
Internet-based drug treatment interventions
http://www.emcdda.europa.eu/html.cfm/index78701EN.html (download free)
If you are looking for something specific to Alcohol Use Disorders, Moderate Drinking (MD) has strong research support and is recognized by APA Division 12 as an empirically supported treatment for Alcohol Use Disorders.
MD is an online module program based on behavioral self-control training. The program is structured, interactive, and individualized to each user, which allows for goal setting, self-monitoring of behavior, and providing feedback on progress. MD incorporates a number of modules based on different skills, including: motivation, identifying/managing triggers, and problem solving. In addition, MD treatment recommends choosing a goal, building motivation for change, trying short-term abstinence, setting drinking goals/limits, and self-monitoring drinking.
Here are some key references and additional information can also be found on APA Division 12's website (where you can also request clinical resources):
Hester, R. K., Delaney, H. D., Campbell, W., & Handmaker, N. (2009). A web application for moderation training: Initial results of a randomized clinical trial. Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, 37, 266-276. doi:10.1016/j.jsat.2009.03.001.
Rotgers, F., Kern, M., & Hoeltzel, R. (2002). Responsible drinking: The path to moderation. Berkeley, CA: New Harbinger.
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