Motivations, Attitudes, and Perceptions Study
RCT of a Combined MI Intervention to Address Bystander Behaviors in the Context of Alcohol Use
University of Nebraska Lincoln
450 participants
Mar 1, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the impact of providing participants with 1. A recently developed protocol for motivating bystanders to intervene to help others who are in sexual risk situations (Motivate-the-Bystander) alone 2. Motivate-the-Bystander with an alcohol component focused on reducing drinking behaviors (Motivate-the-Bystander+Alcohol) 3. A control condition focused on reducing stress The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is Motivate-the-Bystander more effective than the attention control for increasing bystander behaviors? * Is Motivate-the-Bystander+Alcohol more effective than MTB alone for increasing bystander behaviors? * Is Motivate-the-Bystander+Alcohol more effective than Motivate-the-Bystander alone for decreasing alcohol use during bystander intervention opportunities? Participants will: * Complete online measures (e.g., self-reported bystander behaviors, past bystander training, history of bystander intervention attempts, sexual experiences, drinking behaviors, and other substance use behaviors) * Complete either MTB, MTB+ALC, or the attention control condition online * Complete the virtual reality simulation in the lab * Complete electronic daily diary follow-up surveys about alcohol use and bystander intervention
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- Individuals ages 18-25
- Heavy drinkers (as defined by using the AUDIT)
- English fluency
- Community members from Lancaster and surrounding counties in Nebraska
- Signed and dated consent form
- Stated willingness to comply with study procedures
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Interventions
A Zoom-based motivational interviewing prevention program that enhances knowledge, motivation, and skills for increased bystander behaviors.
A Zoom-based motivational interviewing prevention program that enhances knowledge, motivation, and skills for reduced alcohol use and increased bystander behaviors.
A Zoom-based stress reduction program in which progressive muscle relaxation and other techniques are introduced and practiced.
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NCT05873413