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Narrative Writing to Promote Healthy Decisions About Alcohol During the Transition Out of High School
NCT06191861 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of the proposed research is to evaluate (1) whether a future possible self task (FPST) can lead to changes drinking identity (DI; how much one associates one's self with drinking) and (2) whether the FPST and changes in drinking identity also change indicators of alcohol misuse . This study focuses on individuals who are graduating from highly school, which is a time of transition and identity change. If such changes can be demonstrated, DI may be a mechanism for alcohol misuse and the FPST may be an additional, novel intervention strategy to reduce alcohol misuse during the post-high school transition. The goal of this clinical trial is to test the future possible self task (FPST) in individuals who are about to graduate from high school. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Can the FPST change drinking identity (a risk factor for alcohol misuse)? * Can the FPST reduce risks for alcohol misuse? Participants will complete the FPST, a task that involves writing for 20 minutes, and will answer a series of questionnaires and computer-based word categorization tasks. Participants will be followed for a year after completing the FPST. Researchers will compare different versions of the FPST and different doses (one writing sessions vs. 3 writing sessions) to see which are more effective for changing drinking identity and reducing risks for alcohol misuse.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Most hoped for future self
- BEHAVIORAL Most feared future self
- BEHAVIORAL Control (trip to zoo)
- BEHAVIORAL Balanced future self
Study Locations (1)
Texas
- University of Houston — Houston
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 468 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-03-29 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-11-30 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06191861
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06191861 describes a study currently listed as active not recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 468 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of Washington, which has 987 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Alcohol Use, Unspecified appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 4 interventions — of which Most hoped for future self is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06191861 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Texas. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06191861 about?
NCT06191861 is a clinical study titled "Narrative Writing to Promote Healthy Decisions About Alcohol During the Transition Out of High School". The purpose of the proposed research is to evaluate (1) whether a future possible self task (FPST) can lead to changes drinking identity (DI; how much one associates one's self with drinking) and (2) whether the FPST and changes in drinking identity also change indicators of alcohol misuse . This st...
What is the current status of trial NCT06191861?
This trial is currently active not recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 468 participants. The study started on 2024-03-29. Estimated completion is 2026-11-30.
What conditions does trial NCT06191861 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Alcohol Use, Unspecified. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06191861?
The interventions under investigation include: Most hoped for future self (BEHAVIORAL), Most feared future self (BEHAVIORAL), Control (trip to zoo) (BEHAVIORAL), Balanced future self (BEHAVIORAL). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06191861?
This trial is sponsored by University of Washington, which has 987 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06191861 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Texas. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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