Alcohol Survey Knowledge (ASK) Study
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are conducting a study in Black and African American adults to better understand the effects of alcohol.
Fast Facts
Heavy Drinker
Identify as Black or African American
Compensation Provided
Conducted Online
Study Background
We’re conducting surveys to learn more about impaired control over alcohol across different racial and ethnic identities.
You might find that once you’ve started drinking alcohol, it is difficult to stop or control your consumption. Although impaired control is an important feature of alcohol use disorder, studies have shown that existing methods to assess impaired control do a poor job of capturing this experience and may be biased across differing racial or ethnic identities.
The goal of the Alcohol Survey Knowledge (ASK) study is to improve the assessment of impaired control over alcohol use using qualitative (cognitive interviewing) and quantitative methods. This survey is specifically recruiting Black and African American participants in order to combat the bias of existing methods.
The results from this study could eventually improve the assessment of alcohol use disorder and increase understanding of the causes of impaired control over drinking.
Study Background
We’re conducting surveys to learn more about impaired control over alcohol across different racial and ethnic identities.
You might find that once you’ve started drinking alcohol, it is difficult to stop or control your consumption. Although impaired control is an important feature of alcohol use disorder, studies have shown that existing methods to assess impaired control do a poor job of capturing this experience and may be biased across differing racial or ethnic identities.
The goal of the Alcohol Survey Knowledge (ASK) study is to improve the assessment of impaired control over alcohol use using qualitative (cognitive interviewing) and quantitative methods. This survey is specifically recruiting Black and African American participants in order to combat the bias of existing methods.
The results from this study could eventually improve the assessment of alcohol use disorder and increase understanding of the causes of impaired control over drinking.
Additional Information
The goal of this survey is to help in developing and validating a new measure of impaired control over alcohol consumption.
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- 18-50 years old
- Identify as Black or African American
- Consume 4 or more drinks (females) or 5 or more drinks (males) per occasion, at least once a week
- No psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations or delusions
Your participation is a 30-minute online survey which can be completed from anywhere.
As a participant, you will receive $25 for completing the survey.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
