How emotions affect recovery from alcohol use disorder

Emotion dynamics and alcohol use in NIAAA-defined recovery from alcohol use disorder

NIH-funded research Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr · NIH-10835073

This study looks at how feelings, especially negative ones, can affect people recovering from alcohol use disorder and how understanding these emotions might help prevent relapses during their recovery journey.

Quick facts

Grant typeR21 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionPennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Hershey, United States)
Project IDNIH-10835073 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the relationship between emotional dynamics and recovery from alcohol use disorder (AUD). It focuses on how variations in negative emotions can influence relapse rates during different stages of recovery. By analyzing emotional responses over time, the study aims to identify patterns that could inform better timing for interventions. This approach seeks to provide a deeper understanding of how emotional regulation impacts individuals recovering from AUD.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are in recovery from alcohol use disorder, particularly those at various stages of their recovery journey.

Not a fit: Patients who are not currently in recovery from alcohol use disorder or those who have not been diagnosed with AUD may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective interventions that help individuals maintain their recovery from alcohol use disorder.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding emotional dynamics can provide valuable insights into recovery processes, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.

Where this research is happening

Hershey, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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