Can a phone app train young brains to resist alcohol and cocaine?

NCT ID NCT07071779

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University of Bern Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a smartphone app designed to strengthen self-control in teens and young adults (ages 14-35) being treated for alcohol or cocaine use disorder. Participants will complete 12 short training sessions over about a month, plus booster sessions. The goal is to see if the app is practical and acceptable, and whether it helps reduce substance use.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: substance-specific inhibition training via smartphone app
What this could lead to: If successful, this app could provide an easy-to-access, low-cost tool to help young people reduce substance use when added to standard treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not effectiveness. The training may not change behavior, and results may not apply to all users.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse cocaine dependence substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ALCOHOL USE DISORDER (AUD) COCAINE USE DISORDER (CUD) SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER (SUD)

Can a phone app train young brains to resist alcohol and cocaine?

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