Comparing content within a culturally-adapted digital treatment for Hispanic patients with alcohol use disorder - Takeaways - MDSpire

Comparing content within a culturally-adapted digital treatment for Hispanic patients with alcohol use disorder

  • By

  • Bryan Benitez

  • Tami Frankforter

  • Charla Nich

  • Manuel Paris

  • Brian D. Kiluk

  • December 8, 2025

  • 0 min

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    Hispanic individuals in the U.S. face significant barriers to accessing treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD).

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    Culturally-adapted digital therapeutics, like CBT4CBT-S, can improve treatment access and outcomes for Hispanic individuals with AUD.

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    Participants in the study reported reduced alcohol consumption after engaging with modules on coping with craving, cognitive restructuring, and problem solving.

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    Cognitive restructuring and decision-making content were rated more favorably by participants, indicating their potential importance in treatment.

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    The study's findings can guide the development of effective digital interventions tailored for Hispanic populations with AUD.

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Comparing content within a culturally-adapted digital treatment for Hispanic patients with alcohol use disorder

  • by Bryan Benitez, Tami Frankforter, Charla Nich, Manuel Paris, Brian D. Kiluk

  • December 8, 2025

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