Examining the Relationship Between Physical Activity Levels and Chronotype Tendencies in Individuals With Alcohol Dependence

NCT ID: NCT06850428

Last Updated: 2025-02-27

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

RECRUITING

Total Enrollment

207 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-04-15

Study Completion Date

2025-09-15

Brief Summary

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Alcohol use disorders are characterized by excessive alcohol consumption and loss of control and are associated with high mortality and disease burden. The relationship between physical activity and alcoholism is complex, and low physical activity has been shown to be linked to alcohol consumption. Additionally, individuals' circadian rhythms (chronotypes) may influence alcohol consumption habits; Evening-type individuals are more likely to consume alcohol. This study aims to examine the relationship between physical activity levels and chronotype trends in individuals with alcohol addiction.

Detailed Description

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This study aims to examine the relationship between physical activity levels and chronotype tendencies in individuals with alcohol dependency. Alcohol use disorders are characterized by excessive alcohol consumption and loss of control, and are associated with high mortality rates and disease burden. The relationship between physical activity and alcoholism is complex, with connections found between low physical activity levels and increased alcohol consumption. Additionally, individuals' circadian rhythms (chronotypes) can influence alcohol consumption habits, and evening-type individuals may be more likely to consume alcohol.

Participants and Method The study will include individuals aged 18-65, diagnosed with alcohol dependency according to DSM-5 criteria, and who have been in remission for at least one month. Individuals with active psychiatric disorders or physical disabilities will be excluded from the study. The sample size was determined using G\*Power analysis, with a target of 207 participants for the ANOVA test. Participants will be reached through social media, support groups, rehabilitation centers, and health professionals, and assessments will be conducted via Google Forms. Participants will provide informed consent prior to participation. The sampling method is non-probability sampling.

Assessment Tools Chronotype Evaluation: The participants' circadian rhythms will be assessed using the "Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire" in Turkish, which has proven validity and reliability. This scale consists of 19 items used to determine whether individuals have a morning, evening, or intermediate chronotype. Total scores will be categorized into five different chronotype groups based on predetermined ranges.

Physical Activity Level Evaluation The "International Physical Activity Questionnaire - Short Form," with proven validity in Turkish, will be used. This questionnaire measures walking, moderate, and vigorous physical activities and determines the total physical activity level in MET-minutes.

This research aims to contribute to a better understanding of the relationship between physical activity and chronotype in individuals with alcohol dependency. This study is designed as a cross-sectional observational research.

Conditions

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Alcohol Abuse/Dependence

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

OTHER

Study Time Perspective

CROSS_SECTIONAL

Study Groups

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Evening Type

This group includes individuals who are most productive in the evening. They prefer to stay awake until late in the evening and have difficulty getting up in the morning. They reach their highest energy levels and efficiency in the evening hours.

No interventions assigned to this group

Intermediate Type

This group is located between morning and evening types and includes individuals who can be productive at any time of the day. They neither have difficulty waking up early in the morning nor staying awake until late hours. They have a balanced energy level throughout the day.

No interventions assigned to this group

Morning type

This group includes individuals who have their highest energy levels in the morning hours. They wake up early in the morning and are most productive mentally and physically in the early hours of the day. It is generally preferred to start activities in the morning and sleep early.

No interventions assigned to this group

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Age: Being between 18-65 years old.
* Alcohol Dependence: Having alcohol dependence and this condition being confirmed according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)-5 criteria or stated based on self-report.
* Remission Status: Being in remission for at least 1 month (i.e., no active alcohol use).

Exclusion Criteria

* Active Psychiatric Diseases: For example, individuals with active psychiatric diseases such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder will not be included in the study.
* Physical Disability: Individuals with any physical disability will also be excluded from the study.
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

65 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Gulhane School of Medicine

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Özge Çoban

Assistant Professor

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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University of Health Sciences Gülhane Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Ankara, Keçiören, Turkey (Türkiye)

Site Status RECRUITING

Countries

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Turkey (Türkiye)

Central Contacts

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Özge Özkutlu, Assistant Professor

Role: CONTACT

+90 5301362961

Facility Contacts

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Özge ÖZKUTLU, Assistant Professor

Role: primary

+90 5301362961

Other Identifiers

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2025-116

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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