Identification of Biomarkers for Stress Vulnerability and Resilience
University of Michigan
Summary
The purpose of this research study is to understand the biological mechanisms of stress vulnerability (being susceptible to stress) and stress resilience (being able to recover readily from stress), obtain biomarkers (a biological indicator) for stress resilience and to devise strategies for prevention and treatment of stress-related disorders.
Description
This study will be using the Maya application (app) for the intervention arm, a mobile cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) program for adolescents and young adults experiencing anxiety symptoms. The Maya app, developed at Weill Cornell, teaches cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques including emotion monitoring, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, and exposure to help individuals with anxiety.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–22 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Incoming Freshmen Students at the University of Michigan Exclusion Criteria: * Suicidal Ideation
Interventions
- BehavioralMaya App
Participants will utilize the Maya App for at least 20 minutes per day, 2 days per week, for 6 weeks. Additionally, participants will complete assessments at baseline, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months and 12 months (this includes specimen collections, interviews, and surveys). Participants will also be asked to wear a Fitbit for 12 months.
Location
- University of MichiganAnn Arbor, Michigan