Remote Health Behavior Research Study
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina are studying regular alcohol use and sexual behavior to explore how completing brief phone-based surveys and tasks may affect women’s health.

Fast Facts

Women Ages 18-25 who Drink Alcohol Regularly

Have Experienced Sexual Assault or Unwanted Sexual Experience

Compensation Provided

Conducted Remotely
Study Background
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina are studying the relationship between mobile reaction time tasks and behavior.
The Medical University of South Carolina is conducting a study to better understand how simple reaction time tasks on your phone might impact health behaviors. If you’re a woman aged 18-25 who drinks alcohol, has experienced an unwanted sexual experience or sexual assault, and is sexually active but not in an exclusive relationship, you could be eligible to participate. This research aims to the relationship between a brief daily reaction time task on your phone and behavior.
As part of the study, you will be asked to complete a short survey and participate in a few mobile reaction time tasks, which involve swiping pictures on your phone. These tasks are designed to help researchers better understand the relationship between reaction time and behavior. The study is entirely remote, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home. By taking part, you’ll contribute to important research that could lead to better tools for supporting women’s health.

Study Background
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina are studying the relationship between mobile reaction time tasks and behavior.

The Medical University of South Carolina is conducting a study to better understand how simple reaction time tasks on your phone might impact health behaviors. If you’re a woman aged 18-25 who drinks alcohol, has experienced an unwanted sexual experience or sexual assault, and is sexually active but not in an exclusive relationship, you could be eligible to participate. This research aims to the relationship between a brief daily reaction time task on your phone and behavior.
As part of the study, you will be asked to complete a short survey and participate in a few mobile reaction time tasks, which involve swiping pictures on your phone. These tasks are designed to help researchers better understand the relationship between reaction time and behavior. The study is entirely remote, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home. By taking part, you’ll contribute to important research that could lead to better tools for supporting women’s health.

Additional Information
This study is being conducted to understand the relationship between reaction time tasks and behaviors among women.
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Women ages 18-25 who consume 7 or more alcoholic drinks per week
- Have experienced an unwanted sexual experience or sexual assault
- Currently sexually active and not in an exclusive relationship
- Have had condomless sexual intercourse 3 or more times in the past 3 months
Here’s a breakdown of what will happen if you participate in the study:
Initial Survey (Baseline): You’ll complete a brief survey about your behavior. This is the first step to determine your eligibility for the study.
Day 1 Mobile Task: If eligible, you’ll be asked to complete a short mobile task where you swipe pictures on your phone for a few minutes.
Days 2-4 Mobile Tasks: You’ll complete a similar task once a day on your phone for three more days.
One-Week Follow-Up: After one week, you’ll complete another mobile task.
Three-Month Follow-Up: Three months later, you’ll complete another survey and mobile task.
Each step is remote, so you can participate from home at your convenience.
Initial Survey (Baseline): You’ll receive $20 for completing the survey.
Day 1 Mobile Task: You’ll receive $20 for completing the first mobile task.
Days 2-4 Mobile Tasks: You’ll receive $10 for each mobile task completed on Days 2, 3, and 4.
One-Week Follow-Up: You’ll receive $30 for completing the task after one week.
Three-Month Follow-Up: You’ll receive $50 for completing the survey and mobile task at the three-month mark.
In total, you can earn up to $150 for your participation in the study.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.