Health for Izhevsk Men Trial Protocol
Author Information
Author(s): Tomkins Susannah, Allen Elizabeth, Savenko Olga, McCambridge Jim, Saburova Lyudmila, Kiryanov Nikolay, Oralov Alexey, Gil Artyom, Leon David A, McKee Martin, Elbourne Diana
Primary Institution: London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Hypothesis
A brief adaptation of MI will be effective in reducing self-reported hazardous drinking at 3 months.
Conclusion
The study aims to explore the efficacy of a brief intervention to reduce hazardous drinking among working-age men in Izhevsk, Russia.
Supporting Evidence
- Alcohol has been linked to declining life expectancy in Russia.
- Motivational Interviewing has shown effectiveness in reducing alcohol consumption in other contexts.
- Previous studies indicate that brief interventions can reduce hazardous drinking by 20-25%.
Takeaway
This study is trying to help men in Russia drink less alcohol by using a special talking method called Motivational Interviewing.
Methodology
The study will be an individually randomised two-armed parallel group exploratory trial.
Potential Biases
There is a risk of bias due to the Zelen design, where the control group is not informed about the trial's focus on alcohol.
Limitations
The study may not generalize beyond the specific population of Izhevsk men.
Participant Demographics
Participants are men aged 27 to 59 years from Izhevsk, Russia.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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