Hello Folks, 

I was asked very nicely to post this link and explanation to a survey, by a College Student.  Check it out if you care to.  

ARE YOU SOMEONE WHO HAS A HISTORY OF ALCOHOL PROBLEMS OR ARE IN RECOVERY FROM ALCOHOLISM? IF SO, YOUR EXPERIENCE IS VALUABLE AND NEEDED!

Participants are invited to take part in a research study on factors related to abstaining from alcohol use. More scientific research is needed on alcoholism, relapse, and recovery. The purpose of this study is to explore possible factors that may contribute to maintaining recovery from alcohol abuse or dependence.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

To participate in the study, you must meet all of the following criteria: Be at least 18 years old, have a history of alcohol abuse or dependence, and be able to read English at a 6^th grade level. We are only interested in persons whose primary substance of abuse has been alcohol.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

If you decide to participate in the study, you will be asked to complete brief online surveys. Questions within the surveys will ask about your background and experiences, your perceived ability to cope with various situations without engaging in alcohol use, and how you relate to your thoughts and feelings. Participation in this study will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

ANONYMITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY

Given the importance of anonymity for both 12-step programs and the ethical standards of psychological research, confidentiality will be maintained at all times and is taken very seriously. Participation is strictly voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED

If you are interested, and think you are eligible to participate in the study and would like to participate, you can begin the surveys at the web address below:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6DD3T7D

Also, please feel free to forward this information regarding this study to anyone else that might be interested (and meets criteria for the study). Thank you!

If you have additional questions you would like answered, please contact me at the following:

Chris Link, M.A.

Pepperdine University

Graduate School of Education and Psychology

alcoholresearchstudy2013@gmail.com

You may also contact Daryl Rowe, Ph.D., who supervises my project. He may be reached at Daryl.Rowe@pepperdine.edu.