APS
2022 APS Annual Convention · 2022
An Investigation of the Efficacy of ABC Training for Alcohol Use during an Abstinence Challenge (IkPas/NoThanks!)
- Veronica Szpak
- Ting Pan
University of Amsterdam - Judith Laverman
University of Amsterdam - Pieter Van Dessel
Ghent University - Rob Bovens
Tilburg University - Reinout Wiers
University of Amsterdam
Abstract
This study examined ABC training, which is a novel intervention for addiction based on cognitive-bias modification. In this training, participants navigated an avatar in a virtual environment, where they chose alternative behaviors in various contexts. Exploratory analysis revealed that participants in the ABC training were more likely to remain abstinent.
Substance Abuse and Addiction