Plain-English translation of NCT04391816 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Researchers want to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic changed people's alcohol use and related problems. This study will follow people across the full spectrum of drinking — from those who drink occasionally to those with alcohol use disorder — and ask them regularly about their drinking, stress, and mood over 2 to 3 years.
The pandemic caused widespread stress, isolation, and mental health challenges that may have affected how people drink. Understanding these patterns can help doctors and mental health providers better support people during and after health crises.
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You would complete surveys either online or by phone at regular intervals — weekly to monthly during the first year, then every 1 to 3 months in year 2 and beyond. The surveys will ask about your drinking habits, stress levels, mood, isolation, and how these have changed since the pandemic began. The study is designed to last 2 to 3 years total.
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United States
Enrollment target
~1,500 participants
Started
June 2020
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
18 Years – 100 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in June 2026.
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Central contact
Vijay A Ramchandani, Ph.D.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
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