Drinking in Young Adult Duos (DYAD) Study

Description

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.

Conditions

Alcohol Consumption, Alcohol Drinking, Alcohol Intoxication

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

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.

Understanding Alcohol Use in Young Adult Couples

Drinking in Young Adult Duos (DYAD) Study

Condition
Alcohol Consumption
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Pittsburgh

Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15213

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * be between the ages of 21 and 30
  • * regularly consume alcohol
  • * own a smartphone
  • * has a history of adverse reaction to the amount of beverage used in the study
  • * has a history of major problems related to alcohol
  • * is taking medications that could adversely interact with alcohol
  • * is pregnant

Ages Eligible for Study

21 Years to 30 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Carnegie Mellon University,

Study Record Dates

2029-09