Mindfulness and Nerve Stimulation for Young Adults Drinking Heavily
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This study tests whether brief mindfulness training combined with a mild electrical stimulation device on the ear can help reduce cravings and urges to drink alcohol in people aged 21–29 who drink heavily. The goal is to understand if this combination approach works better than either alone.
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Who can take part
- Live in Massachusetts
- Be between 21 and 29 years old
- Drink more than 14 drinks per week OR at least 5 drinks in one sitting per week (in the past month)
- Speak and read English well enough to understand the study
- Experience strong cravings or urges to drink (as measured by a brief screening test)
- Not currently taking medications to treat alcohol use disorder, opioids, or sedatives
Quick eligibility check
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