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    Participants Wanted for a Research Study: Identifying Neural Pathways Implicated in Older Adults’ Emotional Well-being

    University of Connecticut
    Participants Wanted for a Research Study
    Identifying Neural Pathways Implicated in Older Adults’ Emotional Well-being
    This study is designed to research and identify the underlying biological factors that promote
    better emotional well-being in older adults. Typically, older adults have a more positive affect and
    greater life satisfaction than younger adults due a reported greater mindfulness. In this study,
    participants are asked to complete a two-part fMRI scan to assess DMN connectivity which is
    associated with emotional regulation. They will complete a 20-minute resting scan and a 20-minute
    emotion expectation task while in the scanner. Completion of the assessment should take no longer
    than 1.5 hours.

    To be eligible to participate:
    Must be 65+ * Fluent in English * Right-handed
    For more information, or to sign up for the study, please contact:
    Dr. Natalie Shook
    shooklab@gmail.com
    (860) 486-0913

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