Examining alcohol-induced blackouts in college students using sensors
A daily diary study examining alcohol-induced blackouts among college students using alcohol sensors
This study is looking at how often college students experience blackouts from drinking too much alcohol and what situations lead to those blackouts, using special sensors to track their drinking habits over weekends.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10899084 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the occurrence of alcohol-induced blackouts (AIBs) among college students by utilizing transdermal alcohol concentration sensors. The study aims to understand the circumstances and behaviors that lead to AIBs, which are linked to risky drinking patterns. Participants will be monitored over weekends to gather data on their drinking habits and any resulting blackouts. By analyzing this data, researchers hope to identify patterns and factors that contribute to AIBs, ultimately aiming to reduce the associated risks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are college students who engage in heavy or high-intensity drinking behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume alcohol or are not college students may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing alcohol-induced blackouts and their consequences among college students.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that monitoring alcohol consumption can provide valuable insights into drinking behaviors, suggesting that this approach may yield significant findings.
Where this research is happening
University Park, United States
- Pennsylvania State University, the — University Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Glenn, Shannon Delia — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Glenn, Shannon Delia
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.