Can stand-alone computer-based interventions reduce alcohol consumption? Free

Can stand-alone computer-based interventions reduce alcohol consumption?

Article Type: Reviews of effectiveness From: Clinical Governance: An International Journal, Volume 17, Issue 1

Khadjesari, Z., Murray, E., Hewitt, C., Hartley, S., Godfrey, C.,Can stand-alone computer-based interventions reduce alcohol consumption? A systematic review,Addiction,2011,Vol. 106 No. 2,pp. 267-282

The authors tentatively concluded that computer-based interventions may be more effective than minimally active comparator groups at reducing weekly alcohol consumption in student and non-student populations and binge-drinking in student populations. This was a well-conducted review and the authors’cautious conclusion is likely to be reliable.