New therapy aims to boost teen recovery from substance use

NCT ID NCT06395467

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

Summary

This study tests a new behavioral program called InTEGRA for teens aged 14-21 with alcohol or cannabis use disorder. It combines 12-step facilitation with motivational and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Researchers will compare it to standard therapy to see if it leads to more days without substance use and fewer negative consequences.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

behavioral therapy (InTEGRA)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a more effective way to help teens reduce substance use and stay in recovery.

What could go wrong

This is a Phase 2 trial, so results are still early. The therapy may not work better than existing treatments, and individual outcomes vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse cannabis dependence substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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  • MGH Department of Psychiatry

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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  • UConn Health

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    Farmington, Connecticut, 06032, United States

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