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Integrating Smartphone Apps in Alcohol Treatment: Clinician Insights

A recent study by Östh, Lundin and Wennberg surveyed clinicians on using smartphone app data in alcohol‑dependency treatment. The research found that practitioners value real‑time patient data for tailoring interventions and enhancing engagement, but cite technical glitches, privacy worries, and insufficient training as major obstacles. Clinician buy‑in and collaborative app design were identified as critical for successful adoption. The authors argue that digital tools should complement, not replace, traditional therapeutic relationships.