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  • 1Centre for Mental Health Studies, University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia.

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|March 1, 2005
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Two or more treatment sessions significantly increased amphetamine abstinence. More sessions also improved depression short-term, suggesting a stepped-care approach for regular amphetamine users.

Area of Science:

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Psychiatry
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Brief interventions using motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) showed promise in a pilot study.
  • Replication and extension of previous findings on brief interventions for amphetamine users are needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To replicate and extend a pilot study on the effectiveness of brief interventions for regular amphetamine users.
  • To evaluate the impact of motivational interviewing and CBT on amphetamine use and related harms.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial (RCT) involving 214 regular amphetamine users in Australia.
  • Data collected included demographics, substance use, mental health, treatment history, amphetamine-related harms, and dependence severity.

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Main Results:

  • Receiving two or more treatment sessions significantly increased the likelihood of amphetamine abstinence.
  • The number of treatment sessions positively impacted short-term depression levels.
  • Significant reductions in amphetamine use were observed, accompanied by improvements in various health and social factors, though not all were intervention-specific.

Conclusions:

  • A stepped-care approach is recommended for regular amphetamine users.
  • This approach may involve structured assessment, self-help materials, and regular monitoring, especially in non-treatment settings.
  • Treatment intensity, such as two or four CBT sessions, should be tailored based on individual needs and response, with further options for non-responders.