Personality-Targeted program shows promise in preventing teen drug use

NCT ID NCT01655615

First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested a school-based program called Preventure in 3,900 Canadian 7th graders. The program targets four personality traits linked to substance abuse risk, aiming to delay or prevent alcohol and drug use. Researchers also measured whether delaying substance use helps protect cognitive development during adolescence.

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Locations

  • CHU Sainte-Justine Research Center

    Montreal, Quebec, H3T 1C5, Canada

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