Correctional Service of Canada Pilot Trial of Digital Substance Use Disorder Interventions (PROCESS) (NCT07342218)
Pilot Trial of Digital Substance Use Disorder Interventions to Prevent Post-release Substance Use Disorder Relapse in Offenders in Correctional Service of Canada Custody
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
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.
Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (4 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (1 items).
Location: Salvation Army Booth Centre — Brantford, Ontario
Age range: 18 Years to 55 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Breaking Free Online (BFO) (OTHER)
- Computer-Based Training for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT4CBT) (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistCheck every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).
Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:
- Exclusion Criteria: \- Individuals who have never served a custodial sentence with the CSC
🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (4 Sites)
- Salvation Army Booth Centre — Brantford, Ontario
- The Salvation Army - Ellen Osler Home — Dundas, Ontario
- The St. Leonard's Society Of Hamilton — Hamilton, Ontario
- St Leonard's Clinton House — Hamilton, Ontario
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: 905-522-1155 Ext. 3949
Email: jmackill@mcmaster.ca
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.