Understanding how body awareness affects psychosis symptoms
Computational Modeling of Interoceptive Perception across the Psychosis-Spectrum
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · TRUSTEES OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY · NIH-10901270
This study is looking at how feeling things like your heartbeat and body temperature might affect experiences of psychosis, like seeing or hearing things that aren't there, and it's designed for people who have these experiences to help find better treatments.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TRUSTEES OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BLOOMINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10901270 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the perception of internal body states, such as heartbeat and temperature, influences experiences of psychosis, including hallucinations and delusions. By using non-invasive methods to manipulate these internal states, the study aims to understand their relationship with cognitive functions and psychotic symptoms. The approach involves computational modeling to analyze how these internal perceptions can be disrupted in individuals experiencing psychosis. This could lead to new insights into the mechanisms of psychosis and inform the development of targeted treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing psychosis symptoms, whether diagnosed or subclinical.
Not a fit: Patients with no psychosis symptoms or those who do not experience cognitive disturbances may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for individuals experiencing psychosis symptoms.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of manipulating internal body states in relation to psychosis is relatively novel, similar studies in related fields have shown promising results.
Where this research is happening
BLOOMINGTON, UNITED STATES
- TRUSTEES OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY — BLOOMINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HERMS, EMMA — TRUSTEES OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: HERMS, EMMA
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.
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