How breathing affects emotions and anxiety
RESPIRATORY CONTROL AND EMOTION REGULATION
This study is looking at how the way we breathe can affect our feelings, especially when we're anxious or scared, by observing mice to understand how their brains control breathing and emotions, which could help find new ways to treat emotional issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10885132 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the neural pathways that connect breathing patterns to emotional states, particularly focusing on anxiety and fear. By studying mice, the researchers aim to identify how the brain regulates breathing and how this regulation can influence emotional responses. The study will utilize advanced behavioral, physiological, and neuroanatomical techniques to explore these connections, potentially leading to new therapeutic approaches for emotional disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing anxiety, fear, or panic disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with stable emotional states or those not experiencing anxiety-related disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide new methods for treating anxiety and other emotional disorders through controlled breathing techniques.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the relationship between breathing and emotional regulation, suggesting that this approach could yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Feldman, Jack L — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Feldman, Jack L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.