A Pilot Mindfulness Intervention to Reduce Heavy Episodic Drinking
Approximately one third of college students report heavy episodic drinking (HED; Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2019), defined as four or more drinks for women and five or more drinks for men on a single occasion. This mixed-methods study examined the feasibility of a mindfulness intervention intended to reduce HED. Thirty-six students were assigned to either (a) a 4-week mindfulness intervention or (b) a personalized email. The mindfulness group reported fewer weekend night drinks postintervention. Adaptations that can reduce barriers to attendance will be needed.
Source: Journal of College Counseling - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Elizabeth W. Cotter,
David J. Hawthorne,
Colin Gerker,
Marianne Norman,
Jenny P. Fotang Tags: Research Source Type: research
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