Investigating how the brain controls impulsive behavior
The glucocorticoid receptor as a top-down neuromolecular mechanism of inhibitory control
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR · NIH-11066089
This study is looking at how things in our environment can make people with ADHD and substance use issues act on impulse, and it hopes to find out how different parts of the brain work together in these situations to help improve treatments.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11066089 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research explores how environmental cues can trigger impulsive behaviors, particularly in individuals with psychiatric disorders like ADHD and substance use disorder. It aims to understand the neural mechanisms behind these behaviors by examining the connections between specific brain regions involved in inhibitory control. By studying both human and animal models, the research seeks to identify how heightened sensitivity to rewards and impulsive actions are linked, potentially leading to new insights into treatment strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with ADHD or those experiencing substance use disorders who struggle with impulsive behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients without ADHD or substance use disorders, or those who do not exhibit impulsive behaviors, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions for managing impulsivity and related behaviors in patients with ADHD and substance use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding impulsivity and its neural mechanisms, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR — ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: FELIX, PRINCESS — UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR
- Study coordinator: FELIX, PRINCESS
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.
Conditions: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder