Understanding how anxiety and depression affect decision-making
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This study looks at how people with anxiety and depression make choices, especially when things are uncertain, to see if their decision-making challenges are similar or different, with the goal of finding ways to help them make better decisions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Berkeley NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Berkeley, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11249912 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how individuals with anxiety and depression make decisions, particularly under uncertain conditions. By using computational modeling, the study aims to identify whether the decision-making difficulties faced by these individuals are similar or unique to each condition. The research will analyze responses from anxiety and depression questionnaires to better understand the underlying factors affecting decision-making. This knowledge could help tailor interventions to improve decision-making skills in affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with anxiety disorders or depression, particularly those experiencing difficulties in decision-making.
Not a fit: Patients without anxiety or depression, or those who do not experience decision-making challenges, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved decision-making strategies for patients suffering from anxiety and depression.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that computational modeling can effectively elucidate decision-making processes in psychological conditions, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Berkeley, United States
- University of California Berkeley — Berkeley, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bishop, Sonia Jane — University of California Berkeley
- Study coordinator: Bishop, Sonia Jane
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.