Investigating sex differences in alcohol use disorder among women
YALE-SCORE ON SEX DIFFERENCES IN ALCOHOL USE DISORDER
This study at Yale University is looking at how alcohol use disorder affects women differently than men, especially since more women are facing this issue lately, and it aims to find new treatments that work better for women by understanding how stress and emotions influence their drinking.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10796979 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects women differently than men, particularly in light of a significant increase in AUD rates among women over the past decade. The team at Yale University is exploring the biological and psychological factors that contribute to these differences, aiming to develop new treatments that are specifically tailored for women. By examining how stress and negative emotions influence drinking behavior in women, the research seeks to identify novel therapeutic approaches that could improve treatment outcomes. The study involves interdisciplinary collaboration and may include both animal models and human participants to gather comprehensive data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include women who are experiencing alcohol use disorder or are at risk of developing it.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as women or who do not have issues related to alcohol use disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for alcohol use disorder in women, ultimately improving their health and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing sex differences in addiction can lead to more effective treatment strategies, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mckee, Sherry Ann — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Mckee, Sherry Ann
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.