Remote Alcohol Use Research Study
Researchers at Florida State University are conducting a study on increasing mindfulness engagement through a mobile health app for Black college men who drink alcohol.
Fast Facts
Have 15+ drinks a week
18-29 year old men who identify as Black/African American
Compensation
up to $120
Conducted Remotely
Study Background
This study aims to make mindfulness more engaging and accessible for Black college men who use alcohol.
Researchers at Florida State University are launching The Increasing Mindfulness Engagement (TIME) Project 2.0, a virtual study exploring how to better design mindfulness practices delivered via a smartphone app for Black undergraduate men who drink alcohol. This group often faces unique social and cultural stressors, and traditional mindfulness tools may not fully resonate with their lived experiences.
This study is designed to address that gap by tailoring a mobile health (mHealth) mindfulness intervention specifically for Black men between the ages of 18 and 29 who attend predominantly white institutions. Over the course of several months, researchers will assess engagement, mental health, and substance use through a mix of surveys, app-based interactions, and interviews. All participation is virtual, and selected participants may receive compensation up to $120.
Study Background
This study aims to make mindfulness more engaging and accessible for Black college men who use alcohol.
Researchers at Florida State University are launching The Increasing Mindfulness Engagement (TIME) Project 2.0, a virtual study exploring how to better design mindfulness practices delivered via a smartphone app for Black undergraduate men who drink alcohol. This group often faces unique social and cultural stressors, and traditional mindfulness tools may not fully resonate with their lived experiences.
This study is designed to address that gap by tailoring a mobile health (mHealth) mindfulness intervention specifically for Black men between the ages of 18 and 29 who attend predominantly white institutions. Over the course of several months, researchers will assess engagement, mental health, and substance use through a mix of surveys, app-based interactions, and interviews. All participation is virtual, and selected participants may receive compensation up to $120.
Additional Information
This study is being conducted to explore how to make mindfulness practices more appealing and engaging for Black college men who use alcohol.
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- 18-29 year old men who identify as Black/African American
- Drink alcohol regularly (15+ drinks a week)
Current undergrad at a 4-year university
If you choose to participate:
You’ll start with a screening questionnaire.
If eligible and selected, you’ll attend a virtual onboarding session.
You’ll use a mindfulness app for 28 days while completing brief daily surveys.
You’ll complete online surveys before and after the intervention.
You may also participate in a Zoom interview and a 3-month follow-up survey.
Yes! You can earn up to $120 for completing all parts of the study.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.