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Drinking in Young Adult Duos (DYAD) Study
Understanding Alcohol Use in Young Adult Couples
Who can join
Ages 21 to 30 · All sexes · Healthy volunteers welcome
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Both members of the couple must: * be between the ages of 21 and 30 * regularly consume alcohol * own a smartphone Exclusion Criteria: Neither member of the couple: * has a history of adverse reaction to the amount of beverage used in the study * has a history of major problems related to alcohol * is taking medications that could adversely interact with alcohol * is pregnant
About the study
This study examines the role of alcohol use in understanding the dynamics of romantic relationships. Couples will participate in a research session where they consume either an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage and complete study tasks. After the session, participants will provide information about their drinking habits, alcohol- and non-alcohol-related experiences, and relationship factors through brief surveys on their smart phones and again at 6-month and 12-month follow-up sessions. The findings from this study aim to improve understanding of alcohol use in close relationships and may inform future strategies for promoting healthier relationships and behaviors.
What is being tested
- Alcohol beverage (drug)
- Non-alcohol beverage (other)
Sponsor: Carnegie Mellon University · Participants: 504 · Started: Feb 1, 2025
Contact the study team
- Kasey G. Creswell, PhD · Phone: 412-779-4931
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT06822257
Locations in the U.S.
| Pennsylvania | Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.