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Large-Scale Digital Health Trial Tests Gamified App for Alcohol Prevention and Mental Health in Women — What Clinicians Need to Know

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26 Apr 2026

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A large-scale RCT is testing whether a gamified smartphone app can prevent alcohol misuse and support mental health in women. The study compares a comprehensive digital intervention against educational resources alone in 1,752 participants.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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