Clinical trial for Heavy Episodic Drinking
Official title Understanding the Associations Between Romantic Relationship Conflict, Psychophysiological Responding and Alcohol Misuse Among Emerging Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06976528
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- To see how arguments with a partner and body stress signals are linked to heavy drinking.
- Who it's for
- Young adults in romantic relationships who drink heavily.
- What's involved
- Couples will do tasks to resolve conflicts and solve puzzles while drinking alcohol. Researchers will monitor heart rate and other body signals.
- Time commitment
- Participants will visit the lab for a session involving these specific tasks and tests.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 29. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age 21-29 years old
- Must be in a committed romantic relationship of at least 3 months duration
- Must report at least 2 HED episodes in the past 30 days (5 or more drinks within 2 hours for males, 4 or more drinks within 2 hours for females)
- Must self-report that they have - on at least three occasions during the past year - consumed a quantity of alcohol that is equal to or greater than...
You likely can't join if
- Meeting DSM-5 criteria for a history of or current neurological, psychotic, or bipolar disorders
- History of self-reported head trauma requiring medical treatment
- Body weight exceeding 250 pounds
- Current enrollment in treatment or seeking treatment for a substance or alcohol use disorder
- Current suicidal or homicidal intent
- Serious cardiovascular health conditions (e.g. pacemaker, cardiac arrhythmia, hypertension) that may alter normative cardiac functioning
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 21-29 years old
- Must be in a committed romantic relationship of at least 3 months duration
- Must report at least 2 HED episodes in the past 30 days (5 or more drinks within 2 hours for males, 4 or more drinks within 2 hours for females)
- Must self-report that they have - on at least three occasions during the past year - consumed a quantity of alcohol that is equal to or greater than the standard dose administered for their weight in the laboratory
- Meeting DSM-5 criteria for a history of or current neurological, psychotic, or bipolar disorders
- History of self-reported head trauma requiring medical treatment
- Body weight exceeding 250 pounds
- Current enrollment in treatment or seeking treatment for a substance or alcohol use disorder
- Current suicidal or homicidal intent
- Serious cardiovascular health conditions (e.g. pacemaker, cardiac arrhythmia, hypertension) that may alter normative cardiac functioning
- Treatment on medications such as lithium, methadone, alpha or beta blockers or cholinergic/anticholinergic medications likely to confound normative cardiovascular responding or response to alcohol administration.
- Severe and/or unilateral physical IPV with your current partner at any time
- Sexual IPV with current partner at any time
- Fear of current partner
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Severe Alcohol Use Disorder (as defined by the DSM-5)
- Current diagnosis of anorexia or bulimia
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years to 29 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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