Intervention for heavy drinking in young adults
Development and Initial Testing of a Multi-Component Breath Alcohol-Focused Intervention for Young Adults, Stage 3
This study tests a new program that helps young adults aged 18-25 who drink heavily by using online counseling and mobile tools to encourage them to drink less.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Northeastern University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Boston, Massachusetts) |
| Trial ID | NCT06994962 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention focuses on young adults aged 18-25 who engage in heavy drinking behaviors. It combines brief telehealth counseling and psychoeducation with mobile technologies that provide personalized feedback on blood and breath alcohol levels. The study aims to assess the feasibility and perceived value of these interventions through a randomized controlled trial, building on previous research stages. The ultimate goal is to promote moderate drinking among participants by utilizing these innovative tools.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are young adults aged 18-25 who have engaged in heavy episodic drinking in the past month.
Not a fit: Patients with severe substance use disorders or significant psychiatric disabilities may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could help young adults reduce their alcohol consumption and promote healthier drinking behaviors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using mobile technologies and counseling for alcohol use interventions, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Be between the ages of 18-25 * Be able to read English and complete study evaluations * At least occasional heavy episodic drinking (i.e., 4 or more drinks for women and 5 or more drinks for men) over the prior 30 days * Frequent consumption of at least one alcoholic drink during a minimum of 12 days out of the prior 30 so that subjects will have multiple opportunities to use the moderate drinking technologies during the intervention period. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe substance use disorder * Be psychotic or otherwise severely psychiatrically disabled * Report a history of a medical condition that would contraindicate the consumption of alcohol (e.g., liver disease, cardiac abnormality, pancreatitis, diabetes, neurological problems, and gastrointestinal disorders)
Where this trial is running
Boston, Massachusetts
- Northeastern University — Boston, Massachusetts, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Robert F Leeman, Ph.D. — Northeastern University
- Study coordinator: Jade Martinez, B.S.
- Email: ja.martinez@northeastern.edu
- Phone: (617) 373-5132
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.