Investigating how COVID-19 stress affects alcohol use disorders
Official title: COVID-19 pandemic stress and coping activities, polygenic and neural vulnerabilities in those at risk for Alcohol Use Disorders
Funded at Suny Downstate Medical Center · NIH-10690037 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected people who might struggle with alcohol use, focusing on the stressors from the pandemic that could make things harder for them, and it aims to find helpful ways to support those who are at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Suny Downstate Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Brooklyn, United States) |
| Project start | September 22, 2021 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $277,805 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AA029914-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10690037 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include adults with a history of alcohol use disorders or those at high genetic risk for developing such disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a history of alcohol use disorders or are not at risk due to genetic factors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals at risk for alcohol use disorders (AUD). It aims to identify specific pandemic-related stressors, such as economic hardship and social disconnection, that may increase the risk of AUD or relapse in those with a history of alcohol issues. The study will also examine the role of genetic factors and coping strategies in influencing vulnerability to these stressors. By understanding these dynamics, the research seeks to pinpoint effective intervention strategies for those most at risk.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that help reduce the risk of alcohol use disorders in vulnerable populations during stressful times.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that stress and coping mechanisms significantly influence alcohol use disorders, suggesting that this study builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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Suny Downstate Medical Center
Brooklyn, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meyers, Jacquelyn Leigh — Suny Downstate Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Meyers, Jacquelyn Leigh
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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.