Scotland texting program aims to prevent binge drinking, STDs June 4, 2010
Let’s face it, there’s a reason why “stupid” is a euphemism for “inebriated.” And to prevent young adults from acting irresponsibly while hitting the sauce, researchers in Scotland are launching a pilot program to send text messages to “hazardous drinkers” as a means of preventing binge drinking and stopping the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.
The study, called “Talking or Texting?” will recruit 1,000 volunteers in their 20s to determine effective means of encouraging participants to drink in moderation via one of three methods: text messaging, leaflets or a brief, structured interview with a health professional, E-Health Insider reports. Those in the first group will receive a text message each Friday night over the next year to stress moderate drinking before they head out for the evening.
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- Author : Roni
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