Digital intervention to reduce risky drinking in young adults
Digital Motivational Behavioral Economic Intervention to Reduce Risky Drinking Among Community-Dwelling Emerging Adults
This study is testing a digital program to help young adults aged 18-28 in tough communities cut down on risky drinking by encouraging healthier activities and thinking about their future.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 806 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 28 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Florida Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gainesville, Florida) |
| Trial ID | NCT05443750 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention targets emerging adults aged 18-28 living in disadvantaged communities who engage in risky drinking behaviors. It employs a brief motivational behavioral economic intervention delivered through a digital platform, aiming to enhance future orientation and promote pro-social activities as alternatives to heavy drinking. The study utilizes a peer-driven sampling method to recruit participants and compares the intervention's effectiveness against a health education control condition. By focusing on the unique needs of this population, the study seeks to provide tailored support for reducing alcohol consumption.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are males and females aged 18-28 who are not enrolled full-time in college and reside in disadvantaged communities in North and Central Florida.
Not a fit: Patients who are full-time college students or do not exhibit risky drinking behaviors may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce risky drinking behaviors among emerging adults, leading to improved health outcomes and enhanced quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that brief motivational interventions can effectively reduce risky drinking in college students, suggesting potential success for this adapted approach in a different demographic.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Males and females ages 18-28 who are not enrolled fulltime in 4-year colleges/universities and who reside in disadvantaged North and Central Florida communities * Past 30-day alcohol use exceeding NIAAA (2005) single day limits for lower risk drinking (4 drinks for males; 3 drinks for women) and one or more alcohol-related negative consequences in the past 90 days * Web access via smartphone or computer; and (4) minimum 8th grade education, the level necessary to use study materials. Exclusion Criteria: * Age out of range * Blood relatives of previously enrolled participants * Invalid enrollment referral number * Fulltime college students * Absence of above drinking risk indicators * Lack of smartphone or computer availability * Education less than 8th grade
Where this trial is running
Gainesville, Florida
- University of Florida College of Health & Human Performance — Gainesville, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jalie A Tucker, PhD, MPH — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Manju Karki, MPH
- Email: karkim@ufl.edu
- Phone: 352-294-1068
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.