Can a computer prompt curb teen drinking? new study tests digital nudge in doctor's office
NCT ID NCT04450966
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed trial tested a computer-based system (cSBI) that helps pediatricians screen and counsel teens aged 14-17 about alcohol use and driving risks. The system includes a self-administered questionnaire, educational content, and a report for the doctor to guide a brief counseling session. The study enrolled 169 teens across multiple U.S. primary care practices to see if this approach reduces heavy drinking and risky driving behaviors.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Computer-facilitated screening and brief intervention (cSBI) - a behavioral tool
What this could lead to
If effective, this approach could give pediatricians a practical, scalable way to reduce heavy drinking and risky driving among teens.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet widely implemented. The tool's success depends on clinician adoption and may not work in all practice settings.
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Conditions
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Locations
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American Academy of Pediatrics
Itasca, Illinois, 60143, United States
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States