Understanding Alcohol Reward in Social Context (NCT03449095) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Understanding Alcohol Reward in Social Context
United States640 participantsStarted 2017-11-04
Plain-language summary
In this study, the investigators examine whether emotional and social reward from alcohol varies depending on the social context of consumption.
Who can participate
Age range
21 Years – 30 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Between the ages of 21 and 30
* Currently drinks alcohol
* Able to provide at least 2 same-gender friend referrals
Exclusion Criteria:
* Female participant is pregnant or trying to become pregnant
* Endorsed medical disorder caused by, or made worse by, alcohol
* History of severe alcohol problems
* Use of drugs known to interact with alcohol
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial looked at how people emotionally experience drinking in social situations — could understanding my own emotional and social triggers for drinking actually change how my treatment plan is approached?
2Since this study is already completed and was measuring self-reported feelings and social reinforcement rather than testing a new medication or therapy, what practical insights from this kind of research might apply to my current care?
3This trial focused on binge drinking and alcohol use disorder in a social context — based on my specific drinking patterns, does this type of research into social rewards of alcohol seem relevant to what's driving my drinking?
4Are there any follow-up studies or treatments being developed based on this kind of research into the social and emotional rewards of alcohol that I might be eligible to explore?
5Given that this was not a treatment trial but more of an observational study about how alcohol feels rewarding in social settings, would you recommend I look into a more hands-on clinical treatment trial alongside or instead of something like this?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Self-Reported Emotion
Timeframe: during the laboratory session, up to 9 hours
2
Self-Reported Social Reinforcement
Timeframe: during the laboratory session, up to 9 hours