Self help, problem drinking, randomised controlled trial, bibliotherapy without therapist guidance, adult general population
Conditions
Interventions
Experimental condition:
The self help book “How to moderate your drinking?” (Hoe minder te drinken
Van Emst 1997)? This self help book is based on cognitive behavioural and self control principles. The book aims to support problem drinkers in their effort to decrease their alcohol consumption. The
Sponsors
Heleen Riper, Trimbos Instituut
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. a. Men drinking either more than 21 units per week (excessive drinking) or more than 6 units at least one day per week for the past three months (hazardous drinking); b. Women drinking over 14 units a week or more than 4 units at least one day a week for the past three months. One unit represents 10 g of ethanol; 2. Age 18 to 65; 3. Given informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Receiving professional help for problem drinking in the 12 months period before the start of the study; 2. Not available for follow up; 3. Participation in a study with a conflicting interest.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Problem drinking, defined as alcohol consumption exceeding the guideline – 21 or 14 standard units (m/f) average per week or 6 or 4 units (m/f) at least one day per week over the previous three months. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Mean weekly alcohol consumption in terms of a continuous measure over the past three months. | — |
Contacts
Public ContactH. Riper
Trimbos-instituut, P.O. Box 725
Outcome results
None listed