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A randomized controlled trial of an interactive Web-based intervention for reducing alcohol consumption.
1Department of Primary Care and Population Sciences, University College and Royal Free Medical School, London, UK. p.wallace@pcps.ucl.ac.uk
Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare
|August 4, 2006
Summary
This study will test a web-based program to help people reduce alcohol consumption. The online intervention aims to decrease weekly alcohol units consumed and improve related health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Behavioral Science
- Clinical Trials
Background:
- Alcohol problems represent a significant public health concern.
- Web-based interventions offer scalable solutions for alcohol treatment.
- Previous pilot data suggest potential efficacy of online programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the effectiveness of an interactive Web-based intervention for reducing alcohol consumption.
- To evaluate the impact of the intervention on alcohol dependence, harm, and quality of life.
- To assess the feasibility of delivering all study components online.
Main Methods:
- A two-arm online randomized controlled trial.
- Participants randomized to intervention (interactive Web-based program + information) or control (information only).
- Primary outcome: reduction in weekly alcohol units consumed over six months.
Main Results:
- Pilot study showed a decrease in mean weekly alcohol units from 33 to 23.
- The randomized controlled trial is designed to confirm these findings.
- Secondary outcomes include changes in alcohol dependence, harm, and quality of life.
Conclusions:
- An online randomized controlled trial will assess a novel Web-based intervention for alcohol reduction.
- The study will provide evidence on the effectiveness and feasibility of digital health solutions for alcohol problems.
- Findings could inform the development of accessible and scalable online treatments.