Creating a new treatment for alcohol use disorder and aggression
Official title: Development of an Integrated Psychosocial Intervention for Alcohol Use Disorder with Comorbid Aggression
Funded at Temple Univ of the Commonwealth · NIH-11051885 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new program to help people who have trouble with alcohol and also struggle with anger, using friendly techniques to reduce both drinking and aggressive behavior.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Temple Univ of the Commonwealth NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | March 7, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $226,819 |
| NIH project number | 5R34AA030919-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11051885 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with alcohol use disorder who also exhibit significant aggressive behavior.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have alcohol use disorder or do not exhibit aggressive behavior may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an integrated psychosocial intervention for individuals struggling with alcohol use disorder (AUD) who also exhibit aggressive behavior. It aims to address the significant link between alcohol consumption and aggression, recognizing that many individuals with AUD display clinically significant levels of aggression. The approach involves utilizing established cognitive behavioral techniques to reduce aggression while treating alcohol use, thereby providing a comprehensive treatment plan for this dual diagnosis. Patients will be engaged in a structured program that combines cognitive restructuring, relaxation, and coping skills training to manage both their alcohol use and aggressive tendencies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment options for patients with alcohol use disorder and comorbid aggression, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been limited research specifically targeting the combination of alcohol use disorder and aggression, existing cognitive behavioral treatments for aggression have shown efficacy, suggesting potential for success in this integrated approach.
Where this research is happening
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Temple Univ of the Commonwealth
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mccloskey, Michael S — Temple Univ of the Commonwealth
- Study coordinator: Mccloskey, Michael S
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.