title: The reactive effects of follow-up assessment procedures: an experimental study.
abstract: A four group randomized control study designed to investigate the reactive effects of follow-up interviews and self-monitoring procedures on the self-reported drinking patterns of treated alcoholics failed to demonstrate any such effects. However, problems were experienced in gaining participation in frequent follow-up interviews and with the use of daily self-monitoring procedures. Limitations on the conclusions that can be drawn are discussed.
authors: Addiction Research Foundation, University of Western Ontario, London.
authors: A C
authors: AC
authors: Ogborne
authors: H M
authors: HM
authors: Annis
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000437:Alcoholism / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010349:Patient Compliance; D012107:Research Design