Using Ecological Momentary Data to Inform a Web Intervention for Romantic Partners Concerned Abou… (NCT06670794) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Using Ecological Momentary Data to Inform a Web Intervention for Romantic Partners Concerned About Their Loved Ones' Drinking
160 participantsStarted 2026-05-01
Plain-language summary
Aim 1. Couples (N=50 dyads) with a Concerned Partner (CP) and a Drinking Partner (DP) will independently complete baseline and follow-up surveys and a 21-day EMA with three daily reports on their communication and DP's drinking. Aim 2. Iteratively develop a four-session web based intervention and evaluate the WBI's feasibility and acceptability with 15 CPs. Aim 3. Perform a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) comparing WBI to psychoeducation control in 110 couples.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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CP Inclusion Criteria:
* be at least 18 years old
* be in a romantic relationship with their partner
* be living with their partner,
* have a computer, tablet, or mobile phone with Internet access
* have no plans to separate from their partner in the next 60 days
* indicate no concerns they would be physically hurt by their partner on the Intimate Partner Screen
CP Exclusion Criteria:
* drinking scores at or above the threshold for DP participation
DP Inclusion Criteria:
* be at least 18 years old
* misuses alcohol as defined by their scores (4+ for women/non-gender confirming, 5+ for men) on the consumption portion of the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT-C) (Dawson et al., 2005)
* has a computer, tablet, or mobile phone with Internet access
* indicates no concerns they would be physically hurt by their partner
DP Exclusion Criteria:
* current alcohol treatment
* currently concerned about their partner's drinking
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.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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.