Auburn researchers seek people who experienced stressful life events for brain imaging study

Published: December 09, 2020

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Auburn researchers are looking for people between 19 and 55 years of age to participate in a brain imaging research study of the effect of stressful life events on short-term memory.

This study involves a Zoom meeting and a visit to Auburn University. During the Zoom meeting, eligible participants will be asked to complete several questionnaires followed by an interview with a researcher. Questions will relate to mental health and stressful life events. Some participants will be invited for the second phase during which they will be asked to undergo an MRI scan of the brain while completing a short-term memory task.

Participants will be compensated $15 for the interview and up to $35 for the MRI scan.

Exclusions for this study include:

- Any metal in the body (not including dental work)

- Claustrophobia

- Body piercing jewelry that cannot be removed

- Pregnant or possibly pregnant

Interested participants should email AUBrainImagingStudy@gmail.com to determine eligibility.

Submitted by: Chris Anthony