How caregivers can help teens with alcohol use
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how involving caregivers in a brief talk with a primary care provider might help teens who are drinking alcohol or using other substances. It aims to find better ways to support teens and their families.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 17 years old.
- You have mild to moderate alcohol or other substance use (based on a survey or doctor's advice).
- You speak English comfortably.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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