Electronic communication based interventions for hazardous young drinkers : a systematic review
Abstract
Previous reviews have specifically looked at computer-based or Internet-based approaches. However, there has been no systematic review focused upon electronic communication based interventions for hazardous young drinkers. Out of 3298 relevant citations, 13 papers consisting of 11 studies met the inclusion criteria. Effectiveness of intervention delivery was assessed using behavioural outcomes. Eight papers delivered interventions using the Web, three implemented text messaging, one used a mobile phone app and the remaining paper used a social networking site. The ability to provide personalized electronic feedback resulted in a reduction in alcohol consumption, frequency of binge drinking, and drinking in a non-risky way. However, intervention length did not appear to have an impact on overall effectiveness. Usage of text messaging and Social Network Sites (SNS) increased accessibility and ease of engaging in an intervention that is appealing and acceptable for young adults.
Citation
O'Rourke , L , Humphris , G & Baldacchino , A 2016 , ' Electronic communication based interventions for hazardous young drinkers : a systematic review ' , Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews , vol. 68 , pp. 880-890 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2016.07.021
Publication
Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews
Status
Peer reviewed
ISSN
0149-7634Type
Journal item
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© 2016, Elsevier Ltd. This work is made available online in accordance with the publisher’s policies. This is the author created, accepted version manuscript following peer review and may differ slightly from the final published version. The final published version of this work is available at www.sciencedirect.com / https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2016.07.021
Description
Louise O’Rourke was supported by a two year appointment through an NHS Education Scotland (NES) scheme for a British Psychological Society Stage 2 Heath Psychology Traineeship jointly with NHS Fife Addiction Services and other NHS Fife departments.Collections
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