A randomized trial of an avatar-hosted multiple behavior change intervention for young adult smokers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Young adulthood is a critical transition period for the development of health behaviors. We present here the results of a randomized controlled trial of an online avatar-hosted personal health makeover program designed for young adult smokers.

Methods

We conducted a three-group randomized trial comparing delivery of general lifestyle content (Tx1), personally tailored health information (Tx2), and personally tailored health information plus online video-based peer coaching (Tx3) as part of a 6-week online health program. Participants were asked to set weekly goals around eating breakfast, exercise, alcohol use, and cigarette smoking. Eligibility criteria included age (18-30 years) and smoking status (any cigarette use in the previous 30 days). The primary outcome

SUBMITTER: An LC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3881995 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature