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Chatbot therapy: new app aims to curb heavy drinking

NCT ID NCT07238998

Symptom relief Sponsor: Yonsei University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 220 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Dec 2025

Expected to finish

Apr 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

19 to 59 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals aged 19 to 59 years who are capable of providing valid written informed consent. 2. Individuals who meet the definition of high-risk drinking (AUDIT score ≥ 8).3.- Individuals who express a desire to reduce their alcohol consumption. 3. Individuals who own and use an Android smartphone (version 8 or higher). 4. Individuals who have no difficulty using mobile applications. 5. Individuals who are able to communicate adequately with the research team. 6. Individuals who fully understand the study procedures and voluntarily agree to participate. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals who are unable to read or understand the consent form (e.g., illiterate individuals, non-Korean speakers). 2. Individuals with impaired decision-making capacity. 3. Pregnant individuals or those planning to become pregnant during the study period. 4. Individuals who are currently participating in another clinical study. 5. Individuals who are receiving treatment or counseling for alcohol-related problems. 6. Individuals who use two or more mobile phones. 7. Individuals who are expected to change their mobile phone or SIM card, or who plan to travel 8. abroad during the intervention period. 8. Any individual deemed inappropriate for study participation at the discretion of the investigator.

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Conditions

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Alcohol Drinking

As listed by the trial registrant

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Alcohol drinking High-risk drinking patterns

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Severance Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Seoul, Seoul, 03722, South Korea

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