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.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether a private social media support group can help women cut back on risky drinking. It's for women who drink more than they'd like and want to try a supportive online group.
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help young adults (ages 18–25) drink less alcohol. If you're a heavy drinker and want to use technology to cut back, this app might be a good fit for you.
This study tests whether a brief talk therapy session, sometimes combined with mindfulness exercises, can help teens reduce alcohol use. It is designed for teens who get care at Johns Hopkins and already drink alcohol at least once a month.
This study tests a phone-based program that helps young adults who drink heavily to cut down or stop drinking. It uses a type of counseling called acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you change your habits.
This study uses text messages to help adults aged 55–80 who drink above recommended limits to reduce their alcohol intake. If you want to cut back but not necessarily quit completely, this program may be a good fit for you.
This study tests a smartphone app to help young adults reduce how often they drink alcohol and use opioids at the same time. If you're interested in cutting back and use both substances close together at least once a week, this app might support your goals.
Hear when a new Teen Drinking trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.