Intervention | Population | Comparator | Outcome | Timeframe | Effect size (method: effect (95% CI)) | I2 | Publication bias | Number of RCTs | Quality assessment of RCTs |
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Bibliotherapy (any therapeutic intervention presented in a written format, designed to be read and implemented by the client (e.g. brochures, self-help manuals or books) [99] | Patients Identified as “At-Risk” Through Screening | No intervention | Alcohol consumption | 2–12 months | MW: 0.21 | NR | NR | 9 | High |
Patients Identified as “At-Risk” Through Screening | More extensive treatment | alcohol consumption | 2–12 months | MW: -0.1 | NR | NR | 3 | High | |
Physical activity [100] | Individuals diagnosed with AUD and/or seeking treatment for alcohol use | Alternative non-physical activity, usual care, no intervention | Abstinence from alcohol | 1 month to 3 years | RR: 1.56 (0.78, 3.14) | 67.1% | NR | 2 | Very low |