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Correctional Service of Canada Pilot Trial of Digital Substance Use Disorder Interventions (PROCESS)

NCT07342218 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 20

Last updated 2026-03-13

No results posted yet for this study

Summary

Problems with substance use are common in prisoners. Since most substances are still illegal in Canada, substance use problems can increase the risk for re-incarceration. Although research suggests that treatment may reduce these risks, they are still rarely used in correctional settings. This pilot study will examine the feasibility and usefulness of two digital treatments for substance use problems in individuals recently released from prison. The investigators will compare engagement across both treatments over a 6-month period, and assess the rates of substance use relapse and re-incarceration.

Conditions

  • Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Interventions

OTHER

Breaking Free Online (BFO)

BFO is a digital intervention for substance use problems and commonly co-occurring disorders, such as depression and anxiety. Its structure is based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques. It is self-directed by the individual and can be done on a smartphone, tablet, or online. BFO provides techniques for cognitive restructuring (i.e., reshaping how we view certain situations) and managing and planning for high-risk situations (e.g., minimizing relapse in the face of certain triggers).

OTHER

Computer-Based Training for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT4CBT)

CBT4CBT is a digital intervention used for substance use problems through the application of CBT techniques. The program involves various video modules, educational games, quizzes, interactive videos, and more. The modules are self-paced and can be done online. Modules will focus on teaching users core skills to avoid substance use and ways of effectively communicating. It discusses various situations where potential triggers could arise, and homework done afterwards allows the user to identify their own personal triggers and individualize how they can minimize these risks.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Correctional Service of Canada

    collaborator OTHER_GOV

  • St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • James MacKillop, PhD, CPsych, FCAHS · Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research, St Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
OTHER
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
55 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-02-25
Primary Completion
2026-07-31
Completion
2027-03-31

Countries

  • Canada

Study Locations

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