Helping college freshmen reduce risky drinking through behavioral activation.
A cluster-randomized trial of a behavioral activation intervention administered in a college freshman orientation course
This study is looking at a program for college freshmen that helps them focus on their personal goals and get involved in positive activities during orientation, with the hope that this will reduce risky drinking by making them feel better and less stressed.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Lawrence NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lawrence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10671762 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a behavioral activation intervention designed for college freshmen during their orientation course. It aims to address the common issue of risky drinking among new students by focusing on their personal goals and encouraging engagement in positive activities, rather than directly targeting alcohol use. By helping students manage stress and improve their overall well-being, the intervention seeks to indirectly reduce alcohol-related problems. The approach is based on the idea that when students are engaged in fulfilling activities, they may be less likely to engage in risky drinking behaviors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are incoming college freshmen who may be at risk for alcohol-related issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not college freshmen or those who do not engage in risky drinking behaviors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in alcohol-related problems among college freshmen.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results for similar behavioral activation approaches in reducing alcohol-related problems.
Where this research is happening
Lawrence, United States
- University of Kansas Lawrence — Lawrence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fazzino, Tera L — University of Kansas Lawrence
- Study coordinator: Fazzino, Tera L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.