Impulsive Decision Reduction Training for Youth (IDRT-Y)

Study on Reducing Impulsive Decision-Making in Youth

Impulsive Decision Reduction Training for Youth (IDRT-Y)
Recruiting
10 years - 17 years
All
Phase N/A
1 Location

Brief description of study.

We are seeking children and teenagers to participate in a research study on decison-making.
Impulsive Decision Reduction Training (IRDT) is a psychoeducational and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) intervention designed to reduce impulsive and risky decision-making and promote the use of a more adaptive, thoughtful decision-making style in adults.
The primary objective is to investigate the feasibility, tolerability and preliminary effectiveness of a novel intervention, Impulsive Decision Reduction Training for Youth (IDRT-Y), to reduce risky, impulsive decisions and to increase future orientation when making decisions in adolescents (ages 10 – 17).

Detailed description of study

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 Study participation involves:
  • Participation in 8 therapy sessions over 8 weeks that can be completed online
  • Completing surveys about decision-making and experiences receiving therapy
Study participation lasts 24 weeks and subjects will receive counseling and education at no cost. 
Subjects will be compensated via e-gift cards sent by email and can earn up to $300 for participating.
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Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: child,children,youth,teen,teens,teenager,teenagers,adolescent,adolescents,decision making,decision-making,risky decision,risky decisions,risky decision-making,therapy,counseling,cognitive behavioral therapy,CBT,disruptive,disruptive behavior,disruptive behaviors
  • Age: 10 years - 17 years
  • Gender: All

Eligibility Criteria:

Children:
  • Children ages 10-12 and adolescents ages 13-17 years old with and without disruptive behavior disorders or substance use disorders
  • Willingness to engage in 8 sessions of therapy over a period of 8 weeks to reduce risky decision making 
  • English speaking and can read English at a fourth-grade reading level

Caregiver:
  • Legal guardian of a child/adolescent participating in the study
  • English speaking and can read English at an eight-grade reading level

Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 2005932377

This study investigates the effectiveness of a new intervention called Impulsive Decision Reduction Training for Youth (IDRT-Y). It aims to reduce impulsive and risky decision-making in adolescents aged 10 to 17. The study focuses on helping these young individuals make more thoughtful decisions by increasing their future orientation.

Participants will take part in 8 therapy sessions over 8 weeks, which can be completed online. They will also complete surveys about their decision-making and their experiences with the therapy. This study will provide counseling and education at no cost, and participants can receive compensation in the form of e-gift cards.

  • Who can participate: Children and adolescents aged 10 to 17, with or without disruptive behavior or substance use disorders, can participate. Participants must be willing to engage in 8 therapy sessions over 8 weeks and be able to speak and read English at a fourth-grade level. Caregivers must be legal guardians and able to speak and read English at an eighth-grade level.
  • Study details: Participants will attend 8 therapy sessions over 8 weeks, which focus on reducing risky decision-making. They will also complete surveys about their experiences. Counseling and education are provided at no cost, and participants can earn up to $300 in e-gift cards.
  • Study Timelines and Visits: The study will last 24 weeks. The study requires 8 visits.

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