Chatbot therapy: new app aims to curb heavy drinking
NCT ID NCT07238998
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a friendly chatbot app can help high-risk drinkers reduce their alcohol intake. About 220 adults who want to drink less will use the app for four weeks, and researchers will check their drinking habits at 4 and 16 weeks. The goal is to see if the app's motivational conversations lead to real, lasting changes in drinking behavior.
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Severance Hospital
RECRUITINGSeoul, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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