Evaluating Caregiver Involvement in Primary Care-Based Brief Interventions for Adolescent Alcohol Use Problems
Who can join
Ages 12 to 17 · All sexes
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 12-17 years old; * Mild to moderate severity for alcohol use (based on standardized surveys from their primary care provider or clinical indication) or other substance use * English language fluency Exclusion Criteria: * N/A
About the study
Intervention for mild severity alcohol use among U.S. teens is crucial, as alcohol is the most commonly used substance in this age group, yet few receive the necessary interventions. Primary care, where over 90% of youth regularly visit, is an ideal setting for identifying and addressing mild alcohol use disorder (AUD) through brief interventions like motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). However, for teens with mild AUD, a single brief session may not be sufficient, raising questions about the role of caregiver involvement. This study seeks to determine the most effective level of caregiver involvement-no involvement, a single live session, or an online self-paced program-in reducing alcohol use among adolescents with mild AUD in primary care settings. The study also explores the impact of these interventions on other outcomes such as substance use and psychosocial functioning, as well as the factors influencing treatment response. The results will guide the selection and implementation of effective, scalable interventions in primary care to address youth alcohol use disorders.
What is being tested
- Teen Intervene - Adolescent Only (behavioral)
- Teen Intervene with Caregiver Session (behavioral)
- Family Check Up (behavioral)
Sponsor: Indiana University · Participants: 615 · Started: Aug 19, 2025
Contact the study team
- SPARC Research Team · Phone: (317) 274-7715
- Zachary Adams, PhD, HSPP · Phone: 317-278-0591
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT06593652
Locations in the U.S.
| Indiana | IU Health/Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Oct 2, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.