Could a flickering video curb alcohol cravings?

NCT ID NCT07157124

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Wyoming Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether watching a short video of flickering black and white squares (called Dynamic Visual Noise) can reduce alcohol cravings and drinking in young adults who drink weekly. 62 college students will either watch the flickering video or a still image every day for a week. Researchers will measure changes in cravings, drinking, and attention to alcohol cues.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Dynamic Visual Noise (DVN) - a brief video of flickering black and white squares
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug tool to help people manage alcohol cravings.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage study with only 62 college students. The effect may be small or not last, and results may not apply to heavier drinkers or the general public.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alcohol Drinking

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ALCOHOL DRINKING CRAVING

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Wyoming
RECRUITING

Laramie, Wyoming, 82072, United States

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