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Computerized Alcohol Screening for Children and Adolescents (cASCA) in Primary Care
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating computer-facilitated brief intervention for Prevention Harmful Effects. Completed, enrolled 871 participants across 5 sites.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to assess the psychometric properties of a brief screening questionnaire for alcohol problems among 9- to 18-year-old patients in pediatricians' offices, and to pilot test a personalized, computer-facilitated brief intervention delivered on a tablet computer and by the provider based on screening results.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Immediate feedback to patient of screening results and risk for substance use problem, followed by 11 pages of science and true-life stories about health risks of adolescent substance use. Screening results then go to provider who reviews them with patient and gives brief counseling, and refers to an online motivational enhancement therapy intervention for patients at moderate/high risk for substance use problems.