Alcohol Sensitivity Among Older Adults Who Consume Alcohol

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age65-80
SponsorUniversity of Florida

About this trial

This is a proof-of-concept study exploring individual differences in sensitivity to alcohol among older healthy current drinkers aged 65 to 80. Participants will complete two sessions during which they will complete questionnaires and laboratory measures of mental abilities and brain activity and receive a beverage that may or may not contain a moderate dose of alcohol.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Alcohol Drinkers who consume alcohol on a regular basis

No history of significant substance misuse

at least 12 years of education or GED equivalence

Disqualifiers

current Cigarette smoker

Type 1 Diabetes or uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes

Epilepsy

Neurodegenerative disorder

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Alcohol (Oral)
  • Placebo Control

Treatment groups

80 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators