Reducing alcohol use in teens with online tools
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if online education hubs and chat-based text messaging can help teenagers in Hong Kong cut down on drinking and binge drinking. If you're a teen who drinks and uses WhatsApp, this study may be a good fit.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You live in Hong Kong and are between 12 and 18 years old.
- You have had at least one alcoholic drink in the past year.
- You use WhatsApp on your phone.
- You can speak Cantonese or read Chinese.
- You are not currently in any other alcohol reduction program.
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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