Understanding high-intensity drinking and its effects in young adults
High-intensity drinking and related consequences: Daily data from a national sample aged 19 to 22
This study is looking at why young adults aged 19 to 22 sometimes drink a lot of alcohol in one go, and it will track their drinking habits over four years to better understand the effects of this behavior on their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10476361 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the patterns and consequences of high-intensity drinking, defined as consuming 10 or more alcoholic drinks in a single occasion, among young adults aged 19 to 22. By collecting daily data from a national sample, the study aims to identify the specific situations and motivations that lead to such heavy drinking behaviors. Participants will be monitored over a four-year period using web-based surveys to gather detailed information on their drinking habits and related outcomes. This approach will help researchers understand the public health implications of high-intensity drinking during a critical developmental stage.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 19 to 22 who engage in high-intensity drinking behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume alcohol or are outside the age range of 19 to 22 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies and interventions for high-intensity drinking among young adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding alcohol consumption patterns through longitudinal studies, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Patrick, Megan E. — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Patrick, Megan E.
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.