How parental alcohol use and stress affect children's behavior problems
Impacts of Parental Alcohol Use and Stress on Youth Externalizing Psychopathology
This study is looking at how parents' drinking habits and stress levels might affect their children's behavior, like being aggressive or having trouble following rules, and it's for families with kids aged 0-11 years to help find better ways to support them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10849989 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between parental alcohol use and stress and their impact on children's externalizing behavior disorders, such as aggression and conduct disorder. By employing a multimethod and intensive longitudinal approach, the study will gather data over time to better understand these associations. The research will utilize innovative methods, including alcohol biosensors, to measure parental alcohol consumption accurately. The goal is to identify how these factors contribute to behavioral issues in children aged 0-11 years, ultimately aiming to inform interventions and support for affected families.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are experiencing externalizing behavior disorders and have parents with a history of alcohol use.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have behavioral issues or whose parents do not consume alcohol may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for children exhibiting behavior problems linked to parental alcohol use and stress.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the effects of parental substance use on child behavior, indicating that this approach has potential for significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Micalizzi, Lauren Gioia — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Micalizzi, Lauren Gioia
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.