A pilot randomized clinical trial testing integrated 12 ‐Step facilitation (iTSF) treatment for adolescent substance use disorder

ConclusionCompared with motivational enhancement therapy/cognitive–behavioral therapy (MET/CBT), in terms of abstinence, a novel integrated 12‐Step facilitation treatment for adolescent substance use disorder (iTSF) showed no greater benefits, but showed benefits in terms of 12‐Step attendance and consequences. Given widespread use of combinations of 12‐Step, MET and CBT in adolescent community out‐patient settings in North America, iTSF may provide an integrated evidence‐based option that is compatible with existing practices.

Source: Addiction - August 1, 2017 Category: Addiction Authors: John F. Kelly, Yifrah Kaminer, Christopher W. Kahler, Bettina Hoeppner, Julie Yeterian, Julie V. Cristello, Christine Timko Tags: Research Report Source Type: research