A four group randomized control study designed to investigate the reactive effects of follow-up interviews and self-monitoring procedures on the self-reported drinking patterns of treated alcoholics failed to demonstrate any such effects. However, problems were experienced in gaining participation in frequent follow-up interviews and with the use of daily self-monitoring procedures. Limitations on the conclusions that can be drawn are discussed.

Download full-text PDF

Source
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0306-4603(88)90001-9DOI Listing

Publication Analysis

Top Keywords

reactive effects
8
effects follow-up
8
follow-up interviews
8
self-monitoring procedures
8
follow-up assessment
4
assessment procedures
4
procedures experimental
4
experimental study
4
study group
4
group randomized
4

Similar Publications

Want AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?

Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!