Transdermal alcohol concentration data collected during a contingency management program to reduce at-risk drinking

摘要: Abstract Background Recently, we demonstrated that transdermal alcohol monitors could be used in a contingency management procedure to reduce problematic drinking; the frequency of self-reported heavy/moderate drinking days decreased and no low increased. These effects persisted for three months after intervention. In current report, concentration (TAC) data collected prior during provide detailed characterization objectively measured use. Methods Drinkers ( n  = 80) who frequently engaged risky behaviors were recruited participated study phases: 4-week Observation phase where participants drank as usual; 12-week Contingency Management received $50 each week when TAC did not exceed 0.03 g/dl; 3-month Follow-up consumption was monitored. Transdermal worn first two phases, they recived $105 visiting clinic wearing monitor. Outcomes focused on using characterize classify levels either no, low, moderate, or heavy function weeks day week. Results Compared phase, indicated episodes reduced moderate Conclusions results lend further support linking monitoring with interventions. Collectively, studies date indicate interventions like these may useful both abstinence moderation-based programs.