Phone-Based Therapy for Young Adults With Risky Drinking
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether talking with a therapist by telephone can help young adults aged 18–35 reduce risky drinking habits. The therapy uses acceptance and commitment techniques to help you build healthier relationships with alcohol.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 35 years old
- You can read Chinese and speak Cantonese fluently
- Your drinking patterns show at least moderate risk (AUDIT score of 8 or higher—a brief screening test)
- You are not currently in another therapy or counseling program for drinking
- You do not have serious mental health conditions like severe depression or anxiety (screened by the Kessler scale)
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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