Alcohol Use Disorder Research Study
Researchers at the University of Central Florida are conducting a mobile app (mReACT) treatment study designed to promote sober activity engagement during alcohol treatment.
Fast Facts
Receiving Treatment for AUD While Living at Home (Outpatient)
18-64 Years Old
Compensation Provided
Conducted in Orlando, FL
Study Background
We want to know if a mobile app can encourage people to participate in fun sober activities.
Our research team is recruiting participants at outpatient alcohol treatment programs to participate in a study aiming to increase engagement in enjoyable sober activities. If eligible, we will ask participants to complete 3 different surveys over a 6-month period. Additionally, half of the participants will be asked to use a smartphone app as part of the study and the other half will not use an app.
You may not directly benefit from participating in this study. However, you may find it helpful to report information on your alcohol use and activity patterns as a way of self-monitoring.
Study Background
We want to know if a mobile app can encourage people to participate in fun sober activities.
Our research team is recruiting patients at outpatient alcohol treatment programs to participate in a study aiming to increase engagement in enjoyable sober activities. If eligible, we will ask participants to complete 3 different surveys over a 6-month period. Additionally, half of the participants will be asked to use a smartphone app as part of the study and the other half will not use an app.
Eventually, we hope that the findings of this study might be useful for helping people who are recovering from alcohol use disorder.
Additional Information
The goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of an app called m-ReACT (Mobile Rewarding Activity Centered Treatment) as an additional intervention for alcohol treatment.
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- 18-64 years old
- Diagnosed with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Receiving care for AUD while living at home (outpatient therapy or day hospital)
- Own a smartphone
- Speak English
- No plan to attend inpatient or residential treatment
- Live in Central Florida
Exclusion Criteria:
- Experiencing psychotic symptoms, such as hallucinations or delusions
- Suicidal or homicidal thoughts
- Substance use disorders besides alcohol or nicotine
- Currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the next 6 months
The study is taking place at UCF’s Orlando main campus. The first visit will take 60- 90 minutes, the second & third visits will take 45-60 minutes. Participants in the app group will be asked to use the app for about 3 minutes a day for 3 months.
The questions we will ask include about your alcohol and drug use, various activities you participate in and how much you enjoy them, and other questions related to mental health.
As a participant, you will receive up to $50 per survey completed, with some additional compensation available when using the app. Total compensation may be up to $234.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
