Evaluation of a Web-based Psychosocial Education and Peer Support Program for Alcohol Use Concerns. Issue 3 (3rd July 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Moskal, Dezarie; Whitaker, Holly; Bernstein, Julia F.; Maisto, Stephen A.; Connors, Gerard J.
• Is Part Of: Alcoholism treatment quarterly. Volume 39:Issue 3(2021)
• Page Start: 366
• Page End: 382
• Publication Date: 2021-07-03
• Subjects: Alcohol use -- e-health -- web-based -- peer support -- outcome evaluation; Alcoholism -- Treatment -- Periodicals; 613.81
• DOI: 10.1080/07347324.2020.1866473
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0734-7324

Abstract

ABSTRACT: This outcomes assessment was implemented to evaluate a web-based alcohol use recovery program, Tempest Sobriety School (TSS), and to provide a model for outcome evaluation. Adults ( N = 541) enrolled in TSS were assessed at pre-program start and Month 2, 6, and 12. Participants reported decreased alcohol use, drug use, craving for alcohol, and alcohol use disorder symptoms over the course of the program; changes were maintained at Month 6 and 12. Participants reported sustained increases in overall physical and mental health and quality of life. Findings will inform TSS students and stakeholders and provide a model for others conducting similar evaluations.