Online interventions for alcohol consumption among adolescents: A systematic literature review

Abstract

Adolescence is characterized by challenges that may lead to risky behaviors, such as alcohol consumption. Online interventions can be beneficial in reducing harm associated with alcohol use. This article aimed to conduct a systematic literature review on online interventions for alcohol use among adolescents. The search was conducted using the descriptors “alcohol,” “adolescent,” and “web-based intervention” in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, covering the period from 2018 to 2024. The CAPES Portal was used to access the following databases: PubMed, DOAJ, Web of Science, Elsevier ScienceDirect, Journals@Ovid Complete, SpringerLink Journals, Wiley Online Library, Sage Premier Journal Collection, HighWire Press (Free Journals), Education Resources Information Center, Taylor & Francis Online, American Academy of Pediatrics, and BMJ Open Access Journals. The sample comprised eight articles, with most publications originating from the United States and Europe. The interventions primarily addressed psychoeducation on alcohol use, personalized feedback on consumption, motivational strategies, and consumption reduction strategies. The included studies demonstrated good methodological quality and led to the conclusion that online interventions targeted at adolescents show favorable outcomes in reducing alcohol consumption.