How adolescent drinking affects life outcomes in midlife
Adolescent drinking and midlife outcomes: A prospective cotwin control study
This study looks at how drinking alcohol during teenage years might affect people later in life, focusing on things like mental and physical health, thinking skills, and relationships, and it's for twins who have been checked at different ages to see if early drinking makes a difference as they grow older.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10812238 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of adolescent alcohol use on various aspects of life as individuals reach midlife. By studying a unique group of twins who were assessed at different ages, the research aims to determine whether early drinking behaviors lead to lasting consequences in mental health, physical health, cognitive function, and social relationships. Participants will undergo in-person assessments that evaluate their overall functioning and achievements as they transition into adulthood and beyond.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who began drinking alcohol during their teenage years and are now in midlife.
Not a fit: Patients who did not engage in alcohol use during adolescence may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights that help prevent long-term negative outcomes associated with adolescent drinking.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that adolescent drinking can impact adult functioning, but this study aims to provide more definitive causal insights.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcgue, Matthew K. — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Mcgue, Matthew K.
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.