What is this study about?
This study aims to investigate attention function and dysfunction experienced by individuals with depression/anxiety symptoms.
You may be eligible to participate if:
- Age 18-35
- You experience difficulty concentrating or maintaining focused attention
- You experience mild, moderate, or severe symptoms of anxiety or depression (no formal diagnosis required)
What would I have to do?
This study will take place at UConn’s Brain Imaging Research Center (BIRC) on the Storrs campus. There will be a one-time session where you will be asked to complete questionnaires about attention, life experiences, and depression/anxiety symptoms. Additionally, you will be asked to complete an MRI scan, where you will engage in several visual attention tasks. Your participation will take approximately 3 to 3.5 hours total.
Will I be compensated?
Yes, you will receive $100 and a photo of your brain for your participation.
If you are interested in participating, please contact us at natalie.kells@uconn.edu for more information.
This study is conducted under the direction of Dr. Arielle Keller.
UConn IRB Protocol H25-0237 Approved July 14, 2025
For more information, contact: Natalie at natalie.kells@uconn.edu