Automated Reinforcement Management Systems, Phase II
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The Automated Reinforcement Management Systems Phase II (ARMS II) study is a phase II trial is a randomized controlled, non-medicated assisted trial to determine the effectiveness of Contingency Management (CM) treatment for reducing alcohol drinking among adults who want to quit or reduce their alcohol consumption.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-70 years * Have consumed 3 or more drinks in once occasion 4 or more times in the previous 30 days 3 * Have the ability to read and speak English * Have the ability to provide written informed consent * Have a breath alcohol value of 0.00 during informed consent * Owns a smartphone with an active service provider that is compatible with the study application. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe alcohol use disorder that our medical staff deems too risky for safe participation; * Significant risk of dangerous alcohol withdrawal, defined as history of seizure due to alcohol withdrawal in the last 12 months and/or expression of concern by the participant about dangerous withdrawal * Anyone aged 71 or older. * Anyone with a suicide attempt in the last 2 years. * Individuals who express concern regarding dangerous withdrawal or who exhibit dangerous withdrawal symptoms. * Individuals who do not test BrAC = 0.00 on the breathalyzer during the baseline visit. * Any other