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Addiction Therapy 2016
October 03-05, 2016
Volume 7, Issue 5(Suppl) J Addict Res Ther
ISSN:2155-6105 JART, an open access journal
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October 03-05, 2016 Atlanta, USA
5th International Conference and Exhibition on
Addiction Research & Therapy
Adi Jaffe, J Addict Res Ther 2016, 7:5(Suppl)
Employing mobile breathalyzers for alcohol use disorder treatment in outpatient settings: Data trends on
best practices
Adi Jaffe
Alternatives Behavioral Health LLC, USA
This talk will detail the implementation, validity and utilization of mobile momentary-assessment breathalyzers within
the context of an Intensive Outpatient(IOP) treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder(AUD). Fifty-Six participants in an IOP
treatment program in Southern California were provided breathalyzers when entering treatment. Breathalyzer assessment
schedules were set based on participant’s sleep schedule and three daily remote assessments were programmed. The abstinence
group recorded lower maximum Blood Alcohol Content(BAC) as well as a significantly lower average BAC than the
moderation group. A significant presence of missing data was identified, with participants missing approximately 38% of
the programmed tests, although no significant group differences were found based on treatment goal selection. The study
reveals that the utilization of a mobile breathalyzer within an IOP treatment context is feasible. The study also details analysis
recommendations for providers engaged in such data collection. Reporting adherence as a measure of treatment progress
is suggested given the relationship between treatment success and breathalyzer reporting observance. Finally, BAC-related
findings showed differences between clients based on initial goal-selection.
Biography
Adi Jaffe received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2010. Even before he graduated his name had become known through his
online and academic writing. His views on addiction and his research on the topic have been published in dozens of journals and online publications and he has
appeared on several television shows and documentaries discussing current topics in addiction and the problem of addiction as a whole. Most recently He had the
privilege to speak at a TEDx event hosted by UCLA. His view is a holistic one, drawing from the best and most recent research to bring as complete a solution to
addiction clients.