Fighting with your partner could fuel binge drinking, study suggests

NCT ID NCT06976528

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 21, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looks at how arguments between romantic partners may lead to heavy drinking in young adults aged 21-29. Researchers will observe 160 couples as they complete conflict and puzzle tasks, and measure their heart rate and alcohol intake. The goal is to understand the link between relationship stress and alcohol misuse, which could inform future prevention strategies.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • 386 Park Avenue South

    RECRUITING

    New York, New York, 10016, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could point toward better ways to prevent heavy drinking in young adults by focusing on romantic relationship dynamics.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to any direct intervention, and results may not apply to all young adults or relationships.

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alcohol Drinking Binge Drinking

As listed by the trial registrant

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