Alcohol for Alcohol Consumption

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18 - 65

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Carnegie Mellon University

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This study examines the role of alcohol use in understanding the dynamics of romantic relationships. Couples will participate in a research session where they consume either an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage and complete study tasks. After the session, participants will provide information about their drinking habits, alcohol- and non-alcohol-related experiences, and relationship factors through brief surveys on their smart phones and again at 6-month and 12-month follow-up sessions. The findings from this study aim to improve understanding of alcohol use in close relationships and may inform future strategies for promoting healthier relationships and behaviors.

Eligibility Criteria

The DYAD study is for young adult couples interested in understanding how alcohol affects their relationship dynamics. Participants must be willing to consume alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages and complete tasks, surveys on their smartphones, and follow-up sessions at 6 and 12 months.

Inclusion Criteria

My partner and I are both between 21 and 30 years old.

Participant Groups

This trial investigates the impact of alcohol consumption within romantic relationships. Couples are randomly given either an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage and then observed during various study tasks. They will report on drinking habits, experiences related to alcohol use, and relationship factors over a year.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Healthy couples who drink alcoholExperimental Treatment2 Interventions

Healthy young adult couples who regularly drink alcohol