Home-Based Alcohol Prevention Program for Children
Author Information
Author(s): Mares Suzanne HW, van der Vorst Haske, Lichtwarck-Aschoff Anna, Schulten Ingrid, Verdurmen Jacqueline EE, Otten Roy, Engels Rutger CME
Primary Institution: Behavioural Science Institute, Radboud University Nijmegen, The Netherlands
Hypothesis
Children in the prevention condition will be less likely to have their first glass of alcohol compared to the control condition.
Conclusion
The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a home-based alcohol prevention program for children, which could help delay the age of alcohol onset.
Supporting Evidence
- 40% of Dutch 12-year-olds report lifetime alcohol use.
- Starting to drink at an early age increases the risk of alcohol-related problems.
- The program aims to delay the age of alcohol onset in children.
- Parents play a crucial role in preventing early alcohol use.
- The program is based on socialization theory and aims to empower parents.
Takeaway
This study is testing a program to help parents teach their kids not to drink alcohol until they're older, which is important for their health.
Methodology
The program will be tested with a randomized controlled trial among mothers and their 6th grade children, comparing a prevention group with a control group.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the focus on mothers, who may differ in parenting styles compared to fathers.
Limitations
Only mothers can participate, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
Mothers and their 6th grade children (11-12 years old) from selected primary schools in the Netherlands.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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