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Integrating Computerized Linguistic and Social Network Analyses to Capture Addiction Recovery Capital in an Online Community

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Who uses online interventions for problem drinkers?

John A Cunningham¹, T Cameron Wild, Keith Humphreys

¹Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Canada. John_Cunningham@camh.net

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Many individuals with alcohol use disorders do not use online interventions. Those who accessed the Check Your Drinking (CYD) intervention were younger, drank less, and perceived lower peer drinking levels.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Public Health
Digital Health

Background:

Online interventions offer accessible support for alcohol use disorders.
Understanding user engagement is crucial for optimizing digital health tools.
Previous research has not fully explored predictors of engagement with online drinking interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify factors influencing the uptake of a Web-based personalized feedback intervention for drinking problems.
To compare characteristics of individuals who accessed the intervention versus those who did not.

Main Methods:

A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 92 participants in an experimental group.
Participants were provided access to the password-protected Check Your Drinking (CYD) screener.
Baseline data were compared between participants who accessed the CYD intervention and those who did not.

Main Results:

Accessing the CYD intervention was associated with more frequent Internet use.
Individuals who accessed the intervention tended to drink less alcohol.
Those who engaged with the intervention perceived lower levels of alcohol consumption among their peers.

Conclusions:

The current user profile for the CYD intervention may not align with the population most in need.
Future online intervention designs should consider engagement strategies for heavier drinkers and those with different social perceptions.
Further research is needed to tailor digital interventions for diverse populations and drinking patterns.