A Daily Diary Study of Positive Experiences and Alcohol Use Among Non-Abstaining Adults Aged 50+ Years

Sara E. Miller, Jennifer L. Maggs, David M. Almeida, Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park

Journal of Aging and Health

Published online on April 24, 2026

Abstract

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ObjectiveTo evaluate the covariation of daily positive experiences and alcohol use among a national sample of adults aged 50+ years.MethodsParticipants (N =1,035;Mage =61.62; range = 50–83) were non-abstaining adults aged 50+ years who participated in ...