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Computer-based brief motivational intervention for perinatal drug use.
Steven J Ondersma1, Sara K Chase, Dace S Svikis
1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 48207, USA. s.ondersma@wayne.edu
Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment
|June 1, 2005
Summary
Computer-based motivational interventions show promise for reaching at-risk individuals. The Motivation Enhancement System (MES) was found to be acceptable and effective in increasing motivation among postpartum women reporting drug use.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Computer-based interventions offer scalable solutions for reaching at-risk populations.
- Brief motivational interventions can positively influence health behaviors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the acceptability and preliminary efficacy of a computer-based brief motivational intervention, the Motivation Enhancement System (MES).
- To evaluate the MES's potential for significant population impact in improving motivation.
Main Methods:
- Study 1: Software modification based on feedback from postpartum women and women in drug treatment.
- Study 2: Intervention delivery to 50 urban postpartum women reporting recent drug use, with within-session motivation ratings.
- Study 3: Randomized controlled trial with 30 women, comparing MES to a control condition with 1-month follow-up.
Main Results:
- The MES was rated as highly acceptable and easy to use by participants.
- Significant increases in state motivation were observed post-intervention and at 1-month follow-up (d = .49).
- Preliminary efficacy suggests a positive impact on motivation levels.
Conclusions:
- Computer-based brief motivational interventions, like the MES, are acceptable and show preliminary efficacy.
- Further research is warranted to explore the broader application and impact of the MES in at-risk populations.