Current Studies
Here you will find some of the current studies that SARN members are undertaking within the field of alcohol related research.
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PhD working title: Epidemiological study of the association between alcohol consumption and liver disease among persons with chronic hepatitis C virus infection in the UK.
Glasgow Caledonian University
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PhD Project: An exploration of the influence of alcohol on memory for traumatic events.
Glasgow Caledonian University
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Harm reduction intervention for severe drug and/or alcohol dependence among people who are homeless
An international and intersectional dialogue on how to reduce harm and promote wellbeing amongst people who have housing, health and substance use challenges: A series of knowledge exchange events.
University of Stirling
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Staying better than well: an explanation of the experience and active ingredients of sustaining recovery within a supportive environment
Funded by The University of Edinburgh and Alcohol Research UK
Sarah Rhynas, Fiona Cuthill, Aisha Holloway, Lisa Scholin
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The Impact of of Minimum Unit Pricing in Scotland on Harmful Drinkers
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Effects of Scottish Government changes in alcohol policy on consumption and purchasing of alcohol beverages by patients with alcohol-related health harms.
Funded by Chief Scientist Office, Scotland; Alcohol Research UK; Edinburgh and Lothian’s Health Foundation; and NHS Lothian CSO
Queen Margaret University
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A prospective study designed to evaluate a course, delivered by NHS professionals, to increase knowledge and skills in relation to Alcohol Brief Interventions amongst final year Nursing and Occupational Therapy students.
Funded by NHS Lothian
Queen Margaret University
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A study to explore the use of Photovoice as a methodology with people suffering the consequences of alcohol-related harm.
Funded by The University of Edinburgh, NHS Lothian, SHAAP. In partnership with National Portrait Gallery and CARDS project.
University of Edinburgh
Sarah Rhynas, Aisha Holloway
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Exploring the attitudes and practices of nurses and General Practitioners (GPs) in the delivery of Alcohol Brief Interventions (ABIs) in Scotland: a qualitative study.
Funded by SHAAP
University of Edinburgh