To provide a critical review of the efficacy of brief interventions for alcohol use in college health centers.
Studies were included if (a) they examined brief intervention trials that were conducted in college- or university-based student health centers or emergency departments, and (b) they provided pre-post data to estimate change.
Twelve studies suggested that screening and brief interventions in these settings are acceptable, feasible, and promote risk reduction.
Findings support continued use of time-limited, single-session interventions with motivational interviewing and feedback components.
