Effects of adolescent alcohol use on pain sensitivity
8/8 NADIA U01 Long-Term Effects of Adolescent Alcohol on Pain
This study looks at how drinking alcohol as a teenager might make you more sensitive to pain and increase the chances of having problems with alcohol later on, using animal models to understand the brain changes involved.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lsu Health Sciences Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909841 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how alcohol consumption during adolescence affects pain sensitivity and the risk of developing alcohol use disorder later in life. It focuses on the neural changes that occur due to alcohol exposure and how these changes can lead to increased pain sensitivity or hyperalgesia. The study uses animal models to explore the connections between specific brain regions involved in pain processing and alcohol dependence. By understanding these mechanisms, the research aims to identify potential therapeutic targets for managing pain and alcohol-related issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have consumed alcohol during their adolescent years and are experiencing pain-related issues.
Not a fit: Patients who have not consumed alcohol during adolescence or do not experience pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better pain management strategies for individuals with a history of adolescent alcohol use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the neural mechanisms of alcohol's effects on pain can lead to significant advancements in treatment approaches, indicating that this area of study has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New Orleans, United States
- Lsu Health Sciences Center — New Orleans, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gilpin, Nicholas Warren — Lsu Health Sciences Center
- Study coordinator: Gilpin, Nicholas Warren
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 below.