Chatbot aims to curb chemsex among men in hong kong
NCT ID NCT07472582
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a chatbot that gives personalized advice can help men who have sex with men reduce chemsex (using drugs before or during sex). About 100 men in Hong Kong will be split into two groups: one gets weekly videos on chemsex risks, and the other gets the same videos plus a chatbot that tailors tips to their readiness to change. Researchers will check if the chatbot group reports less chemsex after 3 and 6 months.
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Not a phased trial
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About 100 people
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Apr 2026
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Mar 2027
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Other sponsor
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18 years and older
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Hong Kong men aged at least 18 years * Able to understand Cantonese * Had anal intercourse with at least one man within the past six months * Willingness to provide contact information for follow-up * Having access to WhatsApp Exclusion Criteria: * Self-reported a diagnosis of schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
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