Virtual Role-Plays to Train Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) for Addictions

? DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The goal of this Phase I/Phase II fast-track application is to develop and evaluate a simulation-based product for training students and clinicians to develop the skills necessary to effectively apply Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) with patients with substance use disorders (SUDs). CBT is one of the most common and effective treatments for SUDs; however, CBT requires a wide variety of nuanced skills requiring practice to master. SIMmersion, LLC, in collaboration with Drs. Nadine Mastroleo, Peter Monti, Molly Magill, and Michael Fleming, is proposing to develop a computer-based training system with role-play simulations that will provide opportunities for healthcare providers to hone these skills through repeated practice with feedback in a safe environment. It is anticipated that the final product will include five hours of interactive e-learning content to provide opportunities fo knowledge acquisition and twenty-four or more hours of role-play practice acro