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Culturally adapted computer-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT4CBT) using a telenovela format effectively engaged Spanish-speaking adults in the US. Participants found the substance use intervention highly satisfactory and relevant to their lives.

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Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Health
  • Substance Use Interventions
  • Cultural Adaptation in Healthcare

Background:

  • Limited availability of culturally and linguistically adapted behavioral health interventions for Spanish-speaking adults with substance use disorders.
  • Need for innovative approaches to deliver cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to diverse populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the cultural adaptation of a computer-based cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use program (CBT4CBT) for monolingual Spanish-speaking adults.
  • To evaluate participant satisfaction and perceived relevance of the adapted intervention.

Main Methods:

  • Cultural adaptation of an existing computer-based CBT program (CBT4CBT).
  • Integration of a telenovela format to deliver CBT skills for substance use.
  • Delivery of the adapted program to monolingual Spanish-speaking adults who have migrated to the United States.

Main Results:

  • Participants reported high levels of satisfaction with the CBT4CBT program content.
  • The adapted intervention was perceived as easy to understand and relevant to participants' life experiences.
  • The telenovela format facilitated engagement with cognitive-behavioral skills training for substance use.

Conclusions:

  • Culturally and linguistically adapted interventions, such as CBT4CBT, are feasible and well-received by Spanish-speaking adults.
  • Innovative delivery methods like telenovelas can enhance the effectiveness of behavioral health interventions for substance use.
  • Further research should explore the clinical outcomes of this adapted CBT4CBT program.