Exploring the Relationship Between Behavioral Inhibition and Approach Systems and Alcohol-Related Outcomes in People With Alcohol Use Disorder.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Behavioral Inhibition System (BIS) and the Behavioral Approach System (BAS) are two core motivational systems linked to addictive behaviors. Understanding the biobehavioral mechanisms and correlates of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), including BIS/BAS, could lead to improved strategies for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Methods

Using baseline data from five clinical studies, we conducted secondary analyses to explore the link between BIS/BAS and alcohol-related outcomes in people with AUD (N = 94). We hypothesized that lower BIS and higher BAS scores would be associated with more severe alcohol use, obsessive thoughts, and compulsive behaviors toward alcohol. In additional post-hoc analyses, we also explored the mediating effects of anxiety and depression i

SUBMITTER: Crozier ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12537829 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature