A Systematic Review of the MHealth Interventions to Prevent Alcohol and Substance Abuse

Course overview

This systematic review examines the use of mHealth interventions for preventing alcohol and substance abuse. The authors analyzed 12 peer-reviewed studies, focusing on the functionality, effectiveness, and design of mHealth interventions such as text messaging, smartphone applications, and web-based tools. The findings suggest that mHealth is a promising approach for reducing substance use due to its accessibility, ease of use,...