A Social Media Intervention for Risky Drinking (NCT04721925) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
A Social Media Intervention for Risky Drinking
United States102 participantsStarted 2021-02-23
Plain-language summary
This study is being completed to pilot prevention methods to promote wellness and reduce risky behaviors, including the use of substances such as alcohol and other drugs. This study will help the study team learn about ways of delivering this information that is both appealing and helpful to young adults.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 25 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Reside in the United States of America (USA)
* Be able to read English, view, and click on a social media advertisement.
* Self-reported past-month high-intensity drinking (HID)
* Regular Snapchat use (at least 3 days/week).
Exclusion Criteria:
* If they fail identity verification based on: 1) internet protocol address (IP), 2) survey time completion, 3) repeat attempts, and 4) survey responses.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial has already been completed — is there any published data from it that you've seen, and does it suggest a social media-based approach to cutting back on drinking was actually helpful or acceptable to participants?
2Since this study was focused on acceptability and engagement rather than proving the intervention works, does that mean there's still limited evidence on whether a social media program would be effective for my situation specifically?
3Could a social media intervention like the one studied here be a realistic option for me to explore, or would a more established treatment for risky drinking — like counseling or a structured program — be a better starting point given my circumstances?
4How demanding was the participation in this kind of study in terms of daily time and digital engagement, and is that something that would realistically fit into my life?
5Are there any follow-on trials or programs that built on this research that might be worth looking into together?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Intervention Acceptability
Timeframe: 2 months
2
Feasibility of the Intervention (Engagement)
Timeframe: During the 8 week intervention delivery period