Understanding Alcohol Use in Young Adult Couples
Carnegie Mellon University
Summary
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.
Description
This study investigates alcohol consumption in romantic relationships. Couples will be recruited to participate in a laboratory-based alcohol administration session, during which they will consume either a moderate dose of alcohol or a non-alcoholic beverage. Following beverage consumption, couples will complete questionnaires and tasks. The study employs a multi-method approach to assess alcohol in couples, including self-reports and behavioral tasks, both inside and outside of the lab (e.g., using ecological momentary assessment). Additionally, participants' drinking patterns and relationsh…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 21–30 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: Both members of the couple must: * be between the ages of 21 and 30 * regularly consume alcohol * own a smartphone Exclusion Criteria: Neither member of the couple: * 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
Interventions
- DrugAlcohol beverage
moderate dose of alcohol
- OtherNon-alcohol beverage
No alcohol given
Location
- Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, Pennsylvania