Effectiveness of brief motivational interviewing for alcohol misuse: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials
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This systematic review synthesizes evidence from 32 randomized controlled trials published between 2015 and 2025 regarding the effectiveness of brief motivational interviewing for alcohol misuse in adults. The resource covers outcomes across diverse populations, including university students, emergency department patients, and individuals with comorbidities, noting that effects are generally stronger in short-term settings but may attenuate over time. It is intended for readers interested in clinical evidence and intervention durability rather than direct client guidance.
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@article{allodium:2fae43de53a34be3,
title = {Effectiveness of brief motivational interviewing for alcohol misuse: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials},
journal = {PubMed Central},
doi = {10.1016/j.abrep.2026.100727},
url = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.abrep.2026.100727}
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TY - JOUR TI - Effectiveness of brief motivational interviewing for alcohol misuse: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials PB - PubMed Central DO - 10.1016/j.abrep.2026.100727 UR - https://doi.org/10.1016/j.abrep.2026.100727 ER -
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Effectiveness of brief motivational interviewing for alcohol misuse: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. (n.d.). PubMed Central. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.abrep.2026.100727
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