Improving working memory in adolescents with deficits
Modulation of Frontoparietal Dynamics in Adolescent Working Memory Deficits
This study is looking for ways to help teenagers who have trouble with their memory by using special brain scans and gentle brain stimulation, hoping to find new ways to boost their memory skills.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Riverside, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11060019 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance working memory in adolescents who struggle with memory deficits, a common issue in various psychological conditions. By using advanced brain imaging techniques and non-invasive brain stimulation methods, the study aims to understand and potentially improve the brain's functioning related to memory. Participants may undergo brain scans and receive targeted brain stimulation to observe changes in their memory capabilities. The goal is to develop effective interventions that can help improve cognitive outcomes for affected youth.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents experiencing working memory deficits, particularly those with psychological conditions that impact cognitive functioning.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have working memory deficits or those outside the adolescent age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that significantly improve working memory in adolescents, enhancing their overall cognitive function and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using brain stimulation techniques to improve cognitive functions, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Riverside, UNITED STATES
- Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital — Riverside, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kavanaugh, Brian — Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital
- Study coordinator: Kavanaugh, Brian
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.