Alcohol Research Group

Methodology

We develop new ways to measure alcohol content, consumption, and assessment tools.

ARG has long been a leader in survey methodology and alcohol intake measurement. With many of our alcohol consumption measures being used throughout the US and around the world, including estimates of specific beverage types, alcohol content and life-course consumption, we continue to design, conduct and analyze national and regional studies to advance the field of alcohol research. Past investigations have included the assessment of alcohol content in drinks consumed at home and in bars and restaurants, providing information that enabled the development of individual estimations in the National Alcohol Survey (NAS) and produced the only study of calorie content of measured drinks. Our methodological research also extends to include estimates of US per capita alcohol consumption, alcohol tax rates and affordability, and the development of protocols for emergency room assessment of alcohol and injuries.

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Study reveals differences in alcohol screenings, resulting in missed opportunities for treatment

Race, ethnicity, education and insurance status can determine the quality of careLearn more

SHARE: Simplifying Human Subject Data Sharing for Alcohol Researchers

This new project will develop a tool to support the NIAAA data-sharing policy.Learn more

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PUBLICATIONS

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Refining measures of alcohol problems for general population surveys

Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, 2015

Risk of injury from drinking: the difference which study design makes

Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, 2014

Accuracy of photographs to capture respondent-defined drink size

Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 2008

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About ARG

We are a non-profit research organization that seeks to improve public health through deepening our understanding of alcohol and other drug use and investigating innovative approaches to reduce its consequences for individuals, families, and communities.

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