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Evaluating the Impact of Dialectical Behavior Therapy on Motivation, Self-Efficacy, and Craving in Substance Abuse Patients at OOAT Clinics in Punjab

A study to assess the effectiveness of Dialectical Behavior Therapy on treatment motivation, self efficacy and craving among substance abuse patients in the selected OOAT (Outpatient Opioid Assisted Treatment) clinics of Punjab. - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2025/08/093844
Enrollment
144
Registered
2025-08-28
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2025-09-15

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Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Intervention1: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy: The intervention involves a structured four-week Dialectical Behavior Therapy based skills training program for individuals with substance use disorders.

Sponsors

Ajay Kumar
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. Patients diagnosed with substance use disorder (opioid dependence) receiving treatment at selected OOAT clinics. 2. Patients aged between 18 and 50 years. 3. Patients who have been undergoing opioid-assisted treatment for at least one month. 4. Patients willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent. 5. Patients who can comprehend and communicate in Hindi, Punjabi, or English. 6.Patients who have not undergone Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) .

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Patients with severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder) that may interfere with therapy participation. 2. Patients with cognitive impairments or neurological disorders affecting comprehension. 3. Patients with co-existing severe medical conditions requiring intensive care. 4. Patients currently enrolled in other behavioral therapy programs.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Hypothesis 1 (H1): There will be significant difference between pre and post-test treatment motivation among substance abuse patients in experimental group. Hypothesis 2 (H2): There will be significant difference between pre and post-test craving among substance abuse patients in experimental group. Hypothesis 3 (H3): There will be significant difference between pre and post test self efficacy among substance abuse patients in experimental group. Timepoint: Week 1: Emotional Awareness & Mindfulness 30-45 mins daily (5 days a week) Week 2: Distress Tolerance & Self-Soothing. 40-45mins daily (5 days a week) Week 3: Emotional Regulation & Grounding. 20-30 mins daily (5 days a week) Week 4: Interpersonal Effectiveness & Self-Respect. 20-30 mins daily (5 days a week)—

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
nilTimepoint: nil—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactKanu Mahajan

CHITKARA UNIVERSITY

kanu.mahajan@chitkara.edu in9464759592

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026