# Evidence-Based Practices: Personalized Feedback Source: https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_practices_personalized_feedback/ Last updated: 2026-06-15T19:06:29+00:00 Evidence-Based Practices: Personalized Feedback - 3rdmil - Blog [Skip to content](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_practices_personalized_feedback/#content) ![](https://3rdmil.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/bg_big_alt.svg) ![](https://3rdmil.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/AdobeStock_286414909-Medium.png) ## Evidence-Based Practices: Personalized Feedback When it comes to substance use prevention and intervention, evidence shows that personalized feedback is one of the **most effective strategies** for promoting behavior change. A comprehensive review of 42 interventions found that programs incorporating motivational feedback, expectancy challenge, skills-based activities, and personalized feedback had the strongest impact on reducing risky behaviors.¹ At **[3rd Millennium Classrooms](https://3rdmil.com/),** we integrate personalized feedback into all of our drug and alcohol courses for courts, colleges, and high schools using the eCHECKUP TO GO brief intervention tool. ### What is **eCHECKUP TO GO**? Created by counselors and psychologists at San Diego State University, this personalized, evidence-based intervention is designed to help individuals examine their choices around alcohol and marijuana usage and receive personalized feedback based on their answers. 3rd Millennium Classrooms has been the sole source provider of the **eCHECKUP TO GO** brief intervention tool since 2003 due to our exclusive partnership with SDSU Research Foundation. The personalized feedback it produces is integral to facilitating change. In addition, individuals will receive a summary report upon course completion. ### Why Should I Care About **eCHECKUP TO GO**? Since 2003, 3rd Millennium Classrooms has been the exclusive provider of eCHECKUP TO GO through our partnership with the SDSU Research Foundation. Our drug and alcohol prevention courses leverage this tool to provide: - **Immediate, personalized feedback** tailored to the individual’s choices - **Real-time insights** into drinking or substance use patterns - **Actionable strategies** for healthier decision-making - **Summary reports** upon course completion for accountability **The impact?** Lower student violations, reduced recidivism rates, and long-term behavioral change. ## Proven Results: The Science Behind eCHECKUP TO GO **Backed by Research:** - eCHECKUP TO GO has been studied in **16 peer-reviewed research publications** and presented at **six professional conferences**. - Studies have shown that programs using eCHECKUP TO GO contribute to a **reduction in high-risk drinking and substance use** among youth and adults. - Colleges and organizations that integrate this tool into their **prevention and intervention programs** report **fewer alcohol-related violations** and improved campus safety. To learn about additional evidence-based strategies used in [**3rd Millennium courses**](https://3rdmil.com/courses-overview/#college)**,** explore our other articles covering key approaches such as addressing [**risk perception**](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_practices_risk_perception/), correcting [**normative perceptions**](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_practices_normative_perceptions/), using [**motivational interviewing**](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_practices_motivational_interviewing/), [**challenging expectancies**](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_strategy_for_behavior_change_challenging_expectancies/), [**reflection and evaluation**](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_practices_reflection_and_evaluation/), **[identifying triggers](https://3rdmil.com/identifying-triggers/),** building [**behavior and skills training**](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_behavior_and_skills_training/), and recognizing [**protective behaviors**](https://3rdmil.com/evidence-based_practices_identify_protective_behaviors/) to support meaningful change.  *To get started with our courses today, visit* [***3rdmil.com***](https://3rdmil.com/) *or* [***contact us***](https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/hello1677) *at* ***(888) 810-7990****. We offer solutions for* [***high schools***](https://3rdmil.com/courses-overview/#high-school/)***,*** [***colleges***](https://3rdmil.com/courses-overview/#college/)***,*** *and* [***courts***](https://3rdmil.com/courses-overview/#courts/)***.***  ### References: 1\. Larimer, M., et al. (2007). 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