Investigating how alcohol reinforcement affects drinking habits after weight loss surgery
Reinforcement as a Prospective Predictor of Real-time Alcohol Abuse Following Bariatric Surgery
This study is looking at how changes in the urge to drink alcohol can affect people who have had weight loss surgery, and it aims to help understand why some of these patients might drink more after their surgery, so we can find ways to support them better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sanford Research North NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fargo, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10705563 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how changes in the desire for alcohol can lead to increased drinking among patients who have undergone bariatric surgery. By using a combination of real-time assessments and laboratory methods, the study aims to track alcohol consumption patterns in these patients over a period of one to two years post-surgery. The goal is to identify the mechanisms behind the heightened risk of alcohol use disorders in this population, providing insights that could help in developing preventive strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently undergone bariatric surgery and are experiencing changes in their alcohol consumption patterns.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone bariatric surgery or those who do not consume alcohol may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management and prevention of alcohol use disorders in patients after bariatric surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has indicated a correlation between bariatric surgery and increased alcohol consumption, suggesting that this investigation builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
Fargo, United States
- Sanford Research North — Fargo, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Engel, Scott G — Sanford Research North
- Study coordinator: Engel, Scott G
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.