Remote Alcohol Use Research Study
Researchers at the University of Georgia are partnering with adults who drink alcohol regularly to investigate thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to participation in Sober October.
Fast Facts
Adults Who Drink Alcohol Regularly
Plan to Participate in Sober October
Compensation
Provided
Conducted Remotely
Study Background
Help researchers at the University of Georgia understand how and why people take part in Sober October.
Many people take part in “Sober October,” a month-long challenge where individuals voluntarily stop drinking alcohol. While some do it for health, others are motivated by curiosity, personal goals, or social support. Researchers are interested in understanding the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence participation in this kind of alcohol-free challenge.
This study, conducted by the University of Georgia, aims to learn more about why people choose to reduce or stop their alcohol use and what they experience during that process. If you’re 18 or older, planning to take part in Sober October, and have a history of regular alcohol use and some alcohol-related problems, you may be eligible. Your participation can help us learn how people make meaningful changes, and you can do it all from home.
Study Background
Help researchers at the University of Georgia understand how and why people take part in Sober October.
Many people take part in “Sober October,” a month-long challenge where individuals voluntarily stop drinking alcohol. While some do it for health, others are motivated by curiosity, personal goals, or social support. Researchers are interested in understanding the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence participation in this kind of alcohol-free challenge.
This study, conducted by the University of Georgia, aims to learn more about why people choose to reduce or stop their alcohol use and what they experience during that process. If you’re 18 or older, planning to take part in Sober October, and have a history of regular alcohol use and some alcohol-related problems, you may be eligible. Your participation can help us learn how people make meaningful changes, and you can do it all from home.
Additional Information
This study is being done to better understand how people think, feel, and behave before, during, and after participating in events like Sober October. By learning more about people’s experiences with taking a break from alcohol, researchers hope to find new ways to support individuals who are curious about changing their drinking habits.
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 18+
- Drink alcohol regularly
- Plan to participate in Sober October (going alcohol-free for the entire month of October)
- Speak English
- Willing to use a smartphone/tablet for the study
- Have access to a valid U.S. mailing address
Your participation will be entirely online, no in-person visits are required, and will involve completing 8 electronic surveys throughout the study:
A 1-hour survey at the beginning of the study
20-minute surveys each week during Sober October
A 1-hour follow-up survey 3 months later
A 1-hour follow-up survey 6 months later
A final 1-hour survey 12 months later
As a participant, you may receive up to $240.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.