Naval Health Research Center
Alcohol use and sexual violence are significant public health issues affecting military personnel. This study includes a pilot randomized control trial of Positive Change© for Sailors, an integrated alcohol and sexual assault prevention program tailored to U.S. Navy personnel. Active duty Sailors aged 18-24 will be randomized to receive Positive Change© for Sailors or an assessment-only control condition. Analyses will be conducted to assess feasibility and examine preliminary differences in behavior, perceived norms, and related attitudes immediately following the program and at a three month follow-up assessment.
The purpose of the project is to test the Positive Change© for Sailors program through a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT). The objective is to assess feasibility and examine preliminary differences in behavioral, perceived norms, and attitudes/self-efficacy outcomes using baseline, post-program, and 3-month follow-up assessments in a pilot RCT. Feasibility of Positive Change© for Sailors will be assessed through successful recruitment and retention of 75% of the sample. Feasibility will also be measured through time spent on each component. Preliminary efficacy will be assessed via cha…
Inclusion Criteria: * Active duty * Navy service branch * Enlisted rank * Ages 18-24 Exclusion Criteria: * Not active duty * Serving in a military branch other than the Navy * Not of enlisted rank (e.g., Commissioned officer, Warrant officer) * Under 18 years of age * Over 24 years of age
Positive Change© for Sailors is a multipronged, integrated program addressing alcohol misuse, sexual assault victimization risk, sexual assault perpetration, and bystander intervention among Sailors. It uses social norms-based personalized feedback and is tailored based on sex.