Writing your future self: a 20-Minute exercise may curb risky drinking after high school
NCT ID NCT06191861
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a 20-minute writing task, called the Future Possible Self Task (FPST), can help high school seniors and recent graduates think differently about drinking and reduce alcohol misuse. About 468 participants will complete the writing exercise and answer questionnaires over a year. Researchers will compare different versions and doses of the task to see which works best.
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University of Houston
Houston, Texas, 77204, United States
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