Understanding how visual perception and attention relate to anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders
Official title: Visual perception and attention in the obsessive-compulsive/anxiety spectrum: Neurophysiological characterization, predictive value, and computational modeling
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-10987008 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how problems with seeing and paying attention might show if someone has obsessive-compulsive or anxiety disorders, and it aims to find new ways to help diagnose and treat these conditions better for people who are dealing with them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2023 |
| Project end | October 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $548,002 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MH135426-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987008 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing symptoms of obsessive-compulsive or anxiety disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without symptoms of anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how dysfunctional visual perception and attention can indicate the presence of obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders. By studying the neurobiology of these processes, the researchers aim to identify objective markers that can predict the severity and comorbidity of these conditions. They will utilize advanced techniques to measure sensory processing and attention in a large group of individuals experiencing symptoms related to these disorders. The findings could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies for patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and targeted treatments for individuals with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using neurophysiological markers to understand anxiety and related disorders, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mathews, Carol a — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Mathews, Carol a
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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.