2022
Computer-based training for cognitive behavioral therapy for Spanish-speaking substance users: adaptation and satisfaction
Silva M, Añez L, Carroll K, Jaramillo Y, Kiluk B, Frankforter T, Ball S, Gordon M, Paris M. Computer-based training for cognitive behavioral therapy for Spanish-speaking substance users: adaptation and satisfaction. Journal Of Ethnicity In Substance Abuse 2022, 23: 251-271. PMID: 35714996, PMCID: PMC10350903, DOI: 10.1080/15332640.2022.2086194.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchComputer-based trainingCognitive-behavioral skills trainingCognitive behavioral therapy programSubstance useBehavioral therapy programCognitive behavioral therapyBehavioral health interventionsBehavioral therapySkills trainingMonolingual SpanishSubstance usersLife experiencesTherapy programProgram contentCultural adaptationSpanishTrainingSatisfactionHealth interventionsAdultsCBT4CBTHigh levelsParticipantsAdaptationIntervention
2014
A pilot trial of a videogame-based exercise program for methadone maintained patients
Cutter CJ, Schottenfeld RS, Moore BA, Ball SA, Beitel M, Savant JD, Stults-Kolehmainen MA, Doucette C, Barry DT. A pilot trial of a videogame-based exercise program for methadone maintained patients. Journal Of Substance Use And Addiction Treatment 2014, 47: 299-305. PMID: 25012555, PMCID: PMC4487635, DOI: 10.1016/j.jsat.2014.05.007.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsExercise interventionSubstance useSubstance use disorder treatmentMethadone-maintained patientsStudy completion ratesPhysical activity levelsGreater physical activityWii Fit PlusUse disorder treatmentExercise programSedentary controlsPilot trialPhysical activityDisorder treatmentActive game playPilot studyActivity levelsInterventionPatientsCompletion ratesHigh satisfactionFurther investigationTrialsPsychological wellnessParticipants
2009
Depressive Symptoms, Drinking Consequences, and Motivation to Change in First Time DWI Offenders
Holt LJ, O'Malley SS, Rounsaville BJ, Ball SA. Depressive Symptoms, Drinking Consequences, and Motivation to Change in First Time DWI Offenders. The American Journal Of Drug And Alcohol Abuse 2009, 35: 117-122. PMID: 19462293, PMCID: PMC3679647, DOI: 10.1080/00952990802585398.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBeck Depression InventoryDepressive symptomsFirst-time DWI offendersPretreatment depressive symptomsUseful screening toolHigh-risk drinkingPsychosocial assessmentSevere symptomatologyDrinking consequencesAlcohol consumptionDepression InventorySymptomsDWI arrestsScreening toolTime pointsDWI offendersIntervention outcomesDrinking-related consequencesSubsequent treatmentDrinking behaviorPsychological disordersInterventionArrestDrinkingCurrent study
2007
Concurrent and Predictive Validity of Drug Use and Psychiatric Diagnosis Among First‐Time DWI Offenders
Palmer RS, Ball SA, Rounsaville BJ, O'Malley SS. Concurrent and Predictive Validity of Drug Use and Psychiatric Diagnosis Among First‐Time DWI Offenders. Alcohol Clinical And Experimental Research 2007, 31: 619-624. PMID: 17374041, DOI: 10.1111/j.1530-0277.2007.00346.x.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdaptation, PsychologicalAdultAlcohol DrinkingAlcoholic IntoxicationAnxiety DisordersAutomobile DrivingCrimeData Interpretation, StatisticalFemaleFollow-Up StudiesHumansInterview, PsychologicalMaleMental DisordersMood DisordersPredictive Value of TestsPrognosisPsychiatric Status Rating ScalesReproducibility of ResultsSubstance-Related DisordersConceptsDWI offendersMore alcohol-related negative consequencesAlcohol-related negative consequencesFirst-time DWI offendersNegative consequencesGreater readinessLifetime diagnosisGroup counseling interventionPsychiatric diagnosisIntervention terminationPredictive validitySubstance dependenceCounseling interventionOffendersCurrent studyDrug abuseMood disordersIntoxicated offendersPsychiatric disordersProgram admissionDrug useDrinkingInterventionAlcohol consumptionReadiness
2006
Brief motivational enhancement and coping skills interventions for heavy drinking
Ball SA, Todd M, Tennen H, Armeli S, Mohr C, Affleck G, Kranzler HR. Brief motivational enhancement and coping skills interventions for heavy drinking. Addictive Behaviors 2006, 32: 1105-1118. PMID: 16945487, DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2006.07.014.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBrief motivational enhancementBrief interventionMotivational enhancementCoping skills interventionWaiting-list participantsHeavy drinking adultsSkills interventionCoping skillsList conditionCommunity sampleDrinking adultsList participantsDependent individualsHand-held computersHeavy drinkingParticipantsIntervention phaseDrinkingInterventionSkillsIntervention subjectsAdultsIndividuals