Understanding how aging affects emotion regulation in depression
Emotion Regulation in Depression and the Aging Brain
This study looks at how older adults understand and manage their feelings, especially when dealing with depression, to see how these skills change as we age and how things like gender and mental health conditions play a role.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mclean Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Belmont, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10674284 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how older adults process emotions and regulate them, particularly in the context of depression. It examines three key aspects of emotion processing skills: attention to emotions, basic perception of emotions, and the strategies used to manage emotions. The study aims to understand how these skills change with age and how they are influenced by factors such as sex and neuropsychiatric conditions. By exploring these dynamics, the research seeks to uncover the impact of depression on emotional processing in older adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 55 years and older who experience symptoms of depression.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 55 years or do not have any depressive symptoms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emotional regulation strategies for older adults suffering from depression.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding emotion processing in aging populations, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Belmont, United States
- Mclean Hospital — Belmont, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weisenbach, Sara L. — Mclean Hospital
- Study coordinator: Weisenbach, Sara 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.