Remote Alcohol Use Research Study
Researchers at Stanford University are conducting a research study to determine if a texting program can help young adults reduce their alcohol use.
Fast Facts
Ages 18-25
Drink Alcohol on Weekends
Compensation Provided
Conducted Remotely, in the US
Study Background
This is a research study to test two different text message strategies for helping young adults reduce alcohol consumption.
We are looking for individuals who live in a rural area and drink alcohol on weekends to participate in our fully remote research study. You will also be asked to download a research app to your phone which collects GPS (i.e. location) and daily self-report data from your phone for 2-week periods at baseline, 3-,6-, and 12-months.
We will ask you to complete text messaging two days each week for 12 weeks, complete web-based assessments at baseline, 3-, 6- and 12-months.
See if you qualify!
Study Background
This is a research study to test two different text message strategies for helping young adults reduce alcohol consumption.
We are looking for individuals who live in a rural area and drink alcohol on weekends to participate in our fully remote research study. You will also be asked to download a research app to your phone which collects GPS (i.e. location) and daily self-report data from your phone for 2-week periods at baseline, 3-,6-, and 12-months.
We will ask you to complete text messaging two days each week for 12 weeks, complete web-based assessments at baseline, 3-, 6- and 12-months.
See if you qualify!
Additional Information
The goal of this study is to test two different text message strategies for helping young adults reduce alcohol consumption.
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 18-25
- Not enrolled in a 4-year college
- Drink alcohol on weekends
- Live in a rural area
All procedures in this research study are virtual.
If you enroll, we will ask you to complete text messaging two days each week for 12 weeks, complete web-based assessments at baseline, 3-, 6- and 12-months.
You will also be asked to download a research app to your phone which collects GPS (i.e. location) and daily self-report data from your phone for 2-week periods at baseline, 3-,6-, and 12-months.
As a participant, you will be compensated up to $305.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
