Social Media Psychosocial Support Group in Reducing Alcohol Consumption
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age18+
SponsorThe University of Hong Kong
About this trial
This proposed study aims to develop and examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of a proactive intervention model that combines brief psychological counselling, Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) and social media psychosocial support group to reduce alcohol consumption in women.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Adult women (age 18+),
Had a total score ≥3 in AUDIT-C [suggesting at-risk drinkers (i.e., binge drinking)]( potential distress symptoms),
Able to read and understand Chinese and use an instant messaging app weekly
Disqualifiers
Women who are undergoing psychiatric/psychological treatment
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- mHealth-based motivational counselling
- Brief alcohol use counselling and health education
- Social media group support with engagement management
Treatment groups
60 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov