Using self-talk videos to help reduce heavy drinking
Increasing Effectiveness of an Alcohol Use Reduction Exercise Using Self-Talk Videos
This study is testing if personalized self-talk videos can help people who drink heavily cut back on their alcohol use.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Wayne State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Detroit, Michigan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06593483 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to test a new method for reducing heavy alcohol consumption by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques combined with personalized self-talk videos. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: an assessment-only control group, a standard motivational interviewing group, or a group that creates a self-talk video. The video group will develop a personalized video addressing their future self, outlining their motivations and commitment to reducing alcohol use. This approach is designed to enhance motivation and support behavior change over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who meet the criteria for heavy drinking as defined by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
Not a fit: Patients who do not meet the criteria for heavy drinking or lack access to the necessary technology may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a novel and effective tool for individuals seeking to reduce their alcohol consumption.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific combination of motivational interviewing and self-talk videos is novel, similar motivational approaches have shown promise in other studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Meets National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism criteria for heavy drinking * 18 year or older * Accessibility to internet and laptop with camera and microphone Exclusion Criteria: * Failure to meet inclusion criteria
Where this trial is running
Detroit, Michigan
- Wayne State University — Detroit, Michigan, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jennifer Stidham, BA
- Email: hl6836@wayne.edu
- Phone: 313-577-9305
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.