How Avatar Can Enhance Autobiographical Memory of Patients With Substance Use Disorder

How Avatar Can Enhance Autobiographical Memory of Patients With Substance Use Disorder

The goal of this study is to investigate whether the use of artificial intelligence platforms can promote the retrieval of specific positive autobiographical memories.

The decision to focus on the retrieval of positive autobiographical memories was made for ethical reasons and is not tied to any specific research hypothesis. Specifically, the study aims to assess whether artificial intelligence facilitates the sharing of personal experiences and reflection on autobiographical memories related to substance use disorders, taking into account the potential influence of individual characteristics such as recent mood state, and overall memory functioning.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Clinical diagnosis of substance use disorder
• Admitted to the drug rehabilitation center for at least 3 months
• Aged 18 years or older

Exclusion Criteria:

• Previous neurological pathologies
• Previous cognitive deficits