Understanding how executive functioning affects emotion regulation in daily life

Examining the Relationship between Executive Functioning and Cognitive Reappraisal Ability in Daily Life

['FUNDING_R15'] · UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IN TUSCALOOSA · NIH-10654085

This study is looking at how well people can manage their emotions, especially those dealing with anxiety and depression, and how their thinking skills might help with that, by checking in with them during their daily lives.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R15']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IN TUSCALOOSA (nih funded)
Locations1 site (TUSCALOOSA, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10654085 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates the connection between executive functioning and cognitive reappraisal, a technique used to manage emotions, particularly in individuals dealing with anxiety and depression. By employing experience sampling methodology, the study will gather data from participants in their everyday environments, allowing for a more accurate assessment of how these cognitive processes operate in real life. The project aims to enhance our understanding of why some individuals struggle with emotion regulation and how improving executive functioning could aid in better emotional responses to daily stressors.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who experience anxiety or depression and are seeking effective emotion regulation strategies.

Not a fit: Patients who do not experience anxiety or depression may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cognitive therapies that help patients better manage their emotions and reduce anxiety and depression.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using cognitive reappraisal techniques in controlled settings, but this study's naturalistic approach is relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

TUSCALOOSA, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: Mental disorders, Mental health disorders, Psychiatric Disease, Psychiatric Disorder, psychological disorder

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