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Alcohol Use, Demographics and Mental Health of Women Using a Digital Peer Support Program
Laura D Robinson1,2, Isabella Ingram1, Tayla J Degan1,3
1School of Psychology, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia.
Summary
Digital interventions like the Daybreak app effectively reach women with high-risk drinking and psychological distress. This offers accessible support, particularly for younger women, highlighting the value of digital health solutions.
Area of Science:
- Digital health interventions
- Women's health
- Substance use disorders
Background:
- Risky alcohol use is increasing among women, exacerbated by biological and socio-cultural factors.
- Barriers like stigma and caregiving responsibilities limit access to traditional alcohol treatment.
- Rising psychological distress increases demand for accessible support services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the Daybreak app as a digital intervention for women with high-risk alcohol use and psychological distress.
- To identify demographic patterns of app usage and risk factors among participants.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of data from 41,052 women registered on the Daybreak app (2019-2024).
- Participants completed online demographic questions, the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test-Consumption (AUDIT-C), and the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10).
Main Results:
- 97.7% of participants scored above the high-risk drinking threshold (AUDIT-C), with 96.6% meeting criteria for potential alcohol dependence.
- 57.8% reported high or very high psychological distress (K10).
- Highest AUDIT-C scores were observed in women aged 35-54 years.
Conclusions:
- The Daybreak app provides accessible support for women with high-risk drinking and psychological distress, complementing traditional services.
- Growing app usage, particularly among younger women, suggests a need for continued investment in digital interventions.
- Digital health tools show promise in addressing unmet needs for alcohol use and mental health support in women.
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