Cognitive training for substance use in early psychosis
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a computer-based cognitive training program to help people with early psychosis reduce their alcohol and cannabis use. The program is designed to improve thinking skills and may make it easier to cut back on substance use.
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Who can take part
- You are between 16 and 30 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with a psychotic disorder such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or a related condition.
- You have had psychotic symptoms for less than 5 years.
- You are currently having problems with alcohol or cannabis use (for example, scoring 8 or higher on a standard screening test).
- You do not have a current stimulant use disorder (problems with drugs like cocaine or methamphetamine).
Quick eligibility check
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