Remote Alcohol Use Research Study
Researchers at Stanford University are conducting a study on text-message strategies to help young adults reduce alcohol use.
Fast Facts
Drink alcohol regularly
Ages 18-25 Not Enrolled in a
4-Year College
Compensation
Provided Up To $305
Conducted Remotely
Study Background
This study aims to understand whether supportive text-message programs can help young adults cut back on alcohol consumption.
Many young adults struggle with maintaining safer drinking habits, especially during a period of life marked by transition, stress, and limited access to health resources. Technology-based support, like text messaging and app-based monitoring, may offer an accessible way to help reduce risky drinking without requiring clinic visits or in-person counseling.
The ASPIRE Study is testing two different text-message approaches designed specifically for 18–25 year-olds who are not enrolled in a 4-year college and who drink alcohol regularly. By learning which strategies are most helpful, the research team hopes to develop tools that can be scaled to support young adults across the U.S., including those in rural communities who often face greater barriers to care.
Study Background
This study aims to understand whether supportive text-message programs can help young adults cut back on alcohol consumption.
Many young adults struggle with maintaining safer drinking habits, especially during a period of life marked by transition, stress, and limited access to health resources. Technology-based support, like text messaging and app-based monitoring, may offer an accessible way to help reduce risky drinking without requiring clinic visits or in-person counseling.
The ASPIRE Study is testing two different text-message approaches designed specifically for 18–25 year-olds who are not enrolled in a 4-year college and who drink alcohol regularly. By learning which strategies are most helpful, the research team hopes to develop tools that can be scaled to support young adults across the U.S., including those in rural communities who often face greater barriers to care.
Additional Information
Researchers want to understand whether specific text-message strategies can help young adults reduce alcohol consumption and build healthier habits.
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 18-25
- Not enrolled in a 4-year college
- Drink alcohol regularly
- Live in a rural area
- Participants will be asked to verify their contact information via email and SMS links following completion of the screening form.
If you join the ASPIRE Study, you will:
Complete a baseline online survey.
Take part in text-message check-ins two days per week for 12 weeks.
Complete short web-based follow-up assessments at 3, 6, and 12 months.
Download a secure research app that collects GPS (location) and brief daily self-report data for 1-week periods at baseline, 3, 6, and 12 months.
Complete all study activities virtually, no in-person visits required.
Compensation up to $305 for completing study activities:
$10 upon joining (20–30 minutes)
Follow-ups at month 3 ($30), month 6 ($40), and month 12 ($50), each taking about 15 minutes
After month 12, participants will receive $6.25/day for EARS app use during the study (up to $175)
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.