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ADHD and Alcohol Use: A Longitudinal Examination of Dual Processes

Award Number: K01AA029399
ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON ALCOHOL ABUSE AND ALCOHOLISM
OPDIV: NIH
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: TRAINING/TRAINEESHIP
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 09/01/2022
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 08/31/2027

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ADHD and Alcohol Use: A Longitudinal Examination of Dual Processes - PROJECT SUMMARY The proposed Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (K01) will launch Dr. Amy Stamates’ program of research as an independent scientist focusing on the etiology of alcohol problems among young adults. This goal will be achieved through a 5-year parallel research and tailored training plan. Training goals include building expertise in (1) clinical knowledge of alcohol use; (2) executive functioning (EF) and attention- deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); (3) ecological momentary assessment (EMA); (4) advanced longitudinal data analyses; and (5) grantsmanship. Training goals will be met through a comprehensive training plan involving meetings with Drs. Lynda Stein (expert in alcohol interventions), Lisa Weyandt (expert in ADHD), Kristina Jackson (expert in EMA methods and analyses), and Timothy Wilens (expert in ADHD and substance use disorders); workshops; conferences; coursework; and experiential activities. Skills gained through the training plan will be put into action through a complementary research plan aimed to understand the alcohol- risk process of young adult drinkers with ADHD. Young adults with ADHD are at greater risk for experiencing alcohol problems (e.g., risky sex, driving after drinking) and developing alcohol use disorder (AUD) compared to those without ADHD. However, it is unclear why those with ADHD are at greater risk because research supports that they drink less than or equivalent to their non-ADHD peers. The proposed project will study this discrepancy by utilizing a measurement-burst design pairing laboratory and EMA to examine controlled (EF) and automatic (craving) processes in relation to alcohol use among those with and without ADHD. Participants (stratified by ADHD and gender) will be 141 young adult drinkers who complete three bursts over a one-year period (baseline, 6-months, and 12-months). Each timepoint will include a laboratory session assessing EF followed by 17 days of EMA assessing craving, alcohol use, alcohol problems, context, and social setting. The proposed project has three specific aims: (1) examine the impact of ADHD on EF and alcohol outcomes (craving, alcohol use, and alcohol problems) at baseline; (2) determine within-person changes between EF and alcohol outcomes over one year for those with and without ADHD; (3) identify event-level predictors (context, social setting) that heighten craving, alcohol use, and alcohol problems for those with ADHD. Findings from the proposal will provide preliminary data for a R01 application to be completed by Dr. Stamates during the award period. The proposed research seeks to address knowledge gaps of etiological factors underlying ADHD and AUD, with the ultimate goal to identify opportunities to tailor prevention and intervention approaches for young adults with ADHD. Thus, this proposal is in line with NIAAA’s 2017-2021 Strategic Plan for Research to investigate mechanisms underlying comorbid alcohol and psychiatric disorders. Completion of the K01 will provide Dr. Stamates with the expertise to conduct innovative, high-impact research focusing on the etiology of alcohol-related problems, particularly young adults with ADHD who may be most vulnerable.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2025 ( Subtotal = $184,900 )
2025	2025	UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND	75 LOWER COLLEGE RD RM 103	KINGSTON	RI	02881	WASHINGTON	USA	Alcohol Research Programs	000	4	8/27/2025	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$184,900
														Subtotal = $184,900

Issue Date FY: 2024 ( Subtotal = $186,709 )
2024	2024	UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND	75 LOWER COLLEGE RD RM 103	KINGSTON	RI	02881	WASHINGTON	USA	Alcohol Research Programs	000	3	7/12/2024	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$186,709
														Subtotal = $186,709

Issue Date FY: 2023 ( Subtotal = $187,844 )
2023	2023	UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND	75 LOWER COLLEGE RD RM 103	KINGSTON	RI	02881	WASHINGTON	USA	Alcohol Research Programs	001	2	9/20/2023	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$23,417
2023	2023	UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND	75 LOWER COLLEGE RD RM 103	KINGSTON	RI	02881	WASHINGTON	USA	Alcohol Research Programs	000	2	8/2/2023	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$164,427
														Subtotal = $187,844

Issue Date FY: 2022 ( Subtotal = $183,254 )
2022	2022	UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND	75 LOWER COLLEGE	KINGSTON	RI	02881	WASHINGTON	USA	Alcohol Research Programs	000	1	8/31/2022	NEW	$183,254
														Subtotal = $183,254

Grand Total All Awards = $742,707

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ADHD and Alcohol Use: A Longitudinal Examination of Dual Processes

Award Number: K01AA029399

ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON ALCOHOL ABUSE AND ALCOHOLISM

OPDIV: NIH

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: TRAINING/TRAINEESHIP

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 09/01/2022

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 08/31/2027

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